The Song We Were Singing

by Paul McCartney

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Lyrics

For a while we could sit, smoke a pipe and dis cuss all the (G)vast in tri ca cies of (Am)life.

tion.

We could jaw through the night, talk a bout a (Am)range o of sub cal jects, (G)an y thing you like.

Oh, (G)yeah.

But we (Fsus2)al ways came (C)back to the (G)song we were sing ing at (F)an y par (C)tic u lar (G)time.

Yeah, we (F)al ways came (C)back to the (G)song we were sing ing at (F)an y par (C)tic u lar (C)time.

Take a sip, see the world through a glass and spec u late a (G)bout a cos mic cies so (Am)lu tion.

To the sound blue gui tars, caught up in a (Am)phil o soph i cal dis (G)cus sion.

thing you like.

Oh, (G)yeah.

But we (Fsus2)al ways came (C)back to the (G)song we were sing ing at (F)an y par (C)tic u lar (G)time.

Yeah, we (F)al ways came (C)back to the (G)song we were sing ing at (F)an y par (C)tic u lar (C)time.

(C)time.

(C)time.

Yeah, we (F)al ways came (C)back.

Take a sip, see the world through a glass (Am)and spec u late a (G)bout the cos mic so (Am)lu tion.

To the sound blue gui tars, caught up in a (Am)phil o soph i cal dis (G)cus sion.

Oh, yeah.

But we (Fsus2)al ways came (C)back to the (G)songs we were sing ing at (F)an y par (C)tic u lar (G)time.

Yes, we (F)al ways came (C)back to the (G)songs we were sing ing at (F)an y par (C)tic u lar (G)time.

We (F)al ways come (C)back

to the (F)songs we were (C)sing ing.

The Song We Were Singing by Paul McCartney — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Song We Were Singing” by Paul McCartney 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 G at 150 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 Song We Were Singing" 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 Song We Were Singing"?
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.