The Thrill Is Gone

by B.B. King

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Lyrics

The thrill is gone.

The thrill has gone a way.

The thrill is gone, ba by.

The thrill has gone a way.

You know you done me wrong, o pen armed, ba by.

And you’ll (F#7)be sor ry some day.

should.

The thrill is gone.

free now, ba by,

It’s gone a way from me.

The thrill is gone, ba by.

The thrill has (Bm)gone a way from me.

Al though I’ll still live on, (F#7)ver,

but so can (Bm)lone ly I’ll wish you be.

The thrill is gone.

It’s gone a way for good.

The thrill is gone, ba by.

It’s gone a way for good.

Some day I know I’ll be o pen armed, ba by, just like (F#7)I know a good man

should.

You know I’m free, free now, ba by,

I’m free from your spell.

me.

Oh, I’m free, free, free now.

I’m free has (Bm)gone from your from spell.

And now that it’s all o (F#7)ver,

all I can (Bm)do is I’ll wish you be.

well.

The Thrill Is Gone by B.B. King — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Thrill Is Gone” by B.B. King 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 100 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 Thrill Is Gone" 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 Thrill Is Gone"?
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 Thrill Is Gone" use?
Just 4 chords: Bm, Em, F#7, G. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other B.B. King songs work for kids?
Try "AIN'T NOBODY HOME", "EVERYDAY I HAVE THE BLUES", "Please Accept My Love". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.