The Only Living Boy In New York

· by Simon & Garfunkel

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Lyrics

(C)Tom,

get your plane right on (F)time.

(C)I know

your part ’ll go fine.

(C)Fly

down to Mex i co.

(G)Do tn du do, du tn do tn du do, and here I am,

the (C)on ly liv ing boy in New York.

I get the news I need on the weath er re port.

Oh, I can (C)gath er all the news I need on the weath er re port.

(C)Hey,

I’ve got noth ing to (F)do (C)to (Dm7)day (C)but smile.

Dut n do dut n do tn du do, and here I am,

the (C)on ly liv ing boy in New York.

(Dm)Half of the time we’re gone, but we don’t know (C)where and we don’t know (F)where.

(C)(Ah,

(C)ah,

(C)ah.

(Fmaj7)Here

(F6/9)I

(C)am.)

(Dm)Half of the time we’re gone, but we don’t know (C)where and we don’t know (F)where.

(C)Tom,

get your plane right on (F)time.

(C)I know

that you’ve been ea ger to fly now.

(C)Hey,

let your hon es ty (F6)shine, (C)shine, shine, now.

Do tn du, do tn du do, tn du do, like it shines on me,

the (C)on ly liv ing boy in New (F)York,

the (C)on ly liv ing boy in New York.

(C)(Ah,

(C)ah,

(C)ah.

(Fmaj7)Here

(F6/9)I

(C)am.)

(C)(Ah,

(C)ah,

(C)ah.

(Fmaj7)Here

(F6/9)I

(C)am.)

The Only Living Boy In New York by Simon & Garfunkel — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Only Living Boy In New York” by Simon & Garfunkel 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 C 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 "The Only Living Boy In New York" 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 Only Living Boy In New York"?: 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 "The Only Living Boy In New York" use?: Just 11 chords: A, A7, C, C6, Dm, Dm7, F, F6, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Simon & Garfunkel songs work for kids?: Try "STILL CRAZY AFTER ALL THESE YEARS", "MRS. ROBINSON", "The Boxer". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.