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Tangled Up In Blue

· by Bob Dylan

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Lyrics

(A)Ear ly one morn in’ the sun was shin in’, (G)I was soon to lay in’ in bed,

won helped d’rin’ if she’s changed at all, if her (D)hair a lit was too still red.

We (G)Her folks, they said our lives to geth er I a (A)sure was gon na be rough.

They (A)nev er did like Ma ma’s (G)home made dress, Pa pa’s (D)bank book was n’t big e nough.

And (E)I was stand in’ on the (F#m)side of the road, rain fall in’ on my shoes,

I head ing out for the east shoul coast, der we’ll (D)knows I’ve paid some dues on the get tin’ through.

(G)tan gled (D)up in blue.

(A)She had was mar ried when we first met, in’, (G)work in’ as a be for di vorced.

I er her out a jam, I guess, but I (D)day a the axe too just fell.

So (G)drove that they car as far we could, er I was (A)ban doned it out em west.

They (A)work in’ Split up on the (G)docks that night, both a (D)gree ing it was a best.

nough.

As (E)she turned a in’ I to (F#m)look at a me, as was in’ walk in’ a

I heard her say o ver my en, coast, der we’ll (D)meet a gain some day on and av e nue.

(G)Tan gled (D)up in blue.

Tangled Up In Blue by Bob Dylan — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Tangled Up In Blue” by Bob Dylan 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 A at 80 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

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 "Tangled Up In Blue" 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 "Tangled Up In Blue"?: 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.
How many chords does "Tangled Up In Blue" use?: Just 6 chords: A, Asus4, D, E, F#m, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Bob Dylan songs work for kids?: Try "FOREVER YOUNG", "LAY, LADY, LAY", "I SHALL BE RELEASED". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.