Sweet Seasons

by Carole King

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Some times you win, some times you lose,

and some times the blues get a hold of you, ah, (Cm7)won just when

won you thought you had have (Bb)made it.

But All a round the block peo ple will talk plans,

but I want to give it all that I’ve got.

and I I’ll (Cm7)build just don’t want, in the o I don’t want in to (Bb)waste it.

Talk in’ ’bout (F)sweet

(Eb)sea sons on my mind.

(Dm)Sure does ap peal to me!

You (F6)know we can get there eas i ly,

(Cm7)just like a sail boat (F)sail in’ on the sea.

Some times you win, some times you lose,

and most times you choose get be tween the two, ah, (Cm7)won der in’,

won der in’ if you have (Bb)made it.

But I’ll a have some kids and make will my plans,

and I’ll watch the sea sons run ning a way, and I I’ll (Cm7)build me a life in the o pen, a life in the (Bb)coun try.

Talk in’ ’bout (F)sweet

(Eb)sea sons on my mind.

(Dm)Sure does ap peal to me!

You (F6)know we can get there eas i ly,

(Cm7)just like a sail boat (F)sail in’ on the sea.

(Eb)sail in’ on the (Bb)sea.

Talk in’ ’bout sweet

sea sons,

talk in’ ’bout sweet,

sweet, sweet sea sons.

Talk in’ ’bout sweet

sea sons,

talk in’ ’bout sweet,

sweet, sweet sea sons.

Talk in’ ’bout

Sweet Seasons by Carole King — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Sweet Seasons” by Carole King in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of Eb at 100 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Sweet Seasons" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Sweet Seasons"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.