The Bargain Store

by Dolly Parton

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Lyrics

My life is like un (D)to a bar gain (Am)store,

and these and I may have just (D)what you’re look in’ (Am)for.

If you don’t mind the fact ture; that all the (D)mer chan dise is (Am)used,

but with a lit tle (D)mend in’, it could be as good as (Am)new.

Why, you take for in stance (D)this old bro ken (Am)heart;

and these if you will, just re (D)place the miss in’ (Am)parts.

I’ll You would be sur prised ture; to find how (D)good it real ly (Am)is;

I’ve take it and you (D)nev er will be sor ry that you (Am)new.

Why, you (Am)did.

The bar gain store is (D)o pen, come in (Am)side.

You can eas i (D)ly af ford the (Am)price.

Love is all you need to pur chase (D)all the mer chan (Am)dise,

and I can guar an (D)tee you’ll be com plete ly sat is (Am)fied.

(Am)fied.

My life is like un (D)to a bar gain (Am)store,

and I may have just (D)what you’re look in’ (Am)for.

If you don’t mind the fact that all the (D)mer chan dise is (Am)used,

but with a lit tle (D)mend ing, it could be as good as (Am)new.

The bar gain store is (D)o pen, come in (Am)side.

The bar gain store is (D)o pen, come in (Am)side.

The (Am)side.

The Bargain Store by Dolly Parton — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Bargain Store” by Dolly Parton 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 172 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 "The Bargain Store" 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 "The Bargain Store"?
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.