The Shadow Of Your Smile

by Tony Bennett

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One (C6/9)day we (C6)walked

a (G9sus)long the sand, One day in (G)ear ly (Cmaj7)spring.

(C6)You (C#m7)held a (F#m7)pip er

(Bm7)in your hand

to (Bm7)mend its (E7)bro ken (D6)wing,

(A6/9)Now (Gm7)I’ll re (A)mem ber (Dm)man y a (Dm)day

and (B)man y a (E7)lone (Bb9)ly (Am9)mile.

The (Am7)ech o

(Cdim7)of

a (Bm7)pip er’s (Em7)song

the (Am7)shad ow

(Am7)of (D7)a (C6)smile.

(CN.C.)The shad ow of your (F#m7)smile

when (B7)you

(F)are (Em)gone

Will col or all my (Am7)dreams

and (D7)light

(Ab)the (G)dawn.

Look in to my (F#)eyes,

my (F#m7)love,

(B)and (Em)see

All the love ly (C#)things

you (F#7)are

(C9)to (F#m7)me.

Our (CN.C.)wist ful lit tle (F#m7)star

was (B7)far

(F)too (Em)high,

A tear drop kissed your (Am7)lips

and (D9)so

(Cdim7)did (B)I.

(E)Now when I re (Am7)mem ber spring

(F13)All the joy that (Bm7)love can (F)bring,

(E)I will be re (A13)mem ber (Eb)ing

the shad ow (Cm)of (D)your (G6)smile.

The (CN.C.)shad ow of your (F#m7)smile

when (B7)you

(F)are (Em)gone

Will col or all my (Am7)dreams

and (D7)light

(Ab)the (G)dawn.

Look in to my (F#)eyes,

my (F#m7)love,

(B)and (Em)see

All the love ly (C#)things

you (F#7)are

(C9)to (F#m7)me.

Our (CN.C.)wist ful lit tle (F#m7)star

was (B7)far

(F)too (Em)high,

A tear drop kissed your (Am7)lips

and (D9)so

(Cdim7)did (B)I.

(E)Now when I re (Am7)mem ber spring

(F13)All the joy that (Bm7)love can (F)bring,

(E)I will be re (A13)mem ber (Eb)ing

the shad ow (Cm)of (D)your (G6)smile.

The (CN.C.)shad ow of your (G6)smile.

The Shadow Of Your Smile by Tony Bennett — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Shadow Of Your Smile” by Tony Bennett 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 Shadow Of Your Smile" 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 Shadow Of Your Smile"?
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 Shadow Of Your Smile" use?
Just 40 chords: A6, A7, A9, Ab7, Adom, Am, Am7, Am9, +32 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Tony Bennett songs work for kids?
Try "I Left My Heart In San Francisco", "I LEFT MY HEART IN SAN FRANCISCO", "Come Saturday Morning (Saturday Morning)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.