Tell Me Why

· by The Beatles

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(A13)Tell me (D)why

you cried,

and why you (A7)lied to (D)me.

(A7)Tell me (D)why

you cried,

and why you (A7)lied to (D6)me.

Well, I gave you ev ’ry thing I had,

but you (Em7)left me sit ting on my own.

Did you have to treat me oh so bad?

All I (Em7)do is hang my head and my moan.

(A13)Tell me (D)why

you cried,

and why you (A7)lied to (D)me.

(A7)Tell me (D)why

you cried,

and why you (A7)lied to (D6)me.

If it’s some thing that I’ve said or done,

tell me (Em7)what, and I’ll a pol o gize.

If you don’t, I real ly can’t go on

hold ing (Em7)back is these my tears in my eyes.

(A13)Tell me (A13)Tell me (D)why

you cried,

and why you (A7)lied to (D)me.

(A7)Tell me (D)why

you cried,

and why you (A7)lied to (D6)me.

Well, I (G7)beg you on my bend ed knees, if you’ll (A7)on ly lis ten to my pleas.

Is there (Bm)an y thing I can do ’Cause I (Em)real ly can’t stand it, I’m so in love with (D)you.

(A13)Tell me (A7)lied to (Bm7)me.

Tell Me Why by The Beatles — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Tell Me Why” by The Beatles 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 D at 156 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 "Tell Me Why" 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 "Tell Me Why"?: 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 "Tell Me Why" use?: Just 11 chords: A7, Adom, Bb7, Bm, Bm7, D, D6, D7, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other The Beatles songs work for kids?: Try "DAY TRIPPER", "PLEASE MR. POSTMAN", "SHE'S LEAVING HOME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.