The Wearing Of The Green

· by Irish Folksong

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Oh, (F)Pad dy dear, and did you hear the (C)news that’s go ing ’round?

The (Bb)sham rock is for (F)bid by law to (Bb)grow on (Bbm)I rish (F)ground.

Saint may Pat rick’s Day no more to keep.

His (C)col or can’t be seen, for (Bb)there’s a blood y (F)law a gin’ the (C)wear ing (C7sus4)of the (F)green.

I the (Bb)met with (F)Nap per Tand y and he took me by the hand, and he (Bb)said, “How’s (F)poor old Ire (Dm)land and (G)how dure (G7)does she (C)stand?

She’s the (F)most dis tress ful coun try that (C)ev er you have seen.

They’re (Bb)hang ing men and (F)wom en there for (C)wear ing (C7sus4)of the (F)green.”

Then (F)since the col or we must wear is (C)Eng land’s cru el red, sure (Bb)Ire land’s sons will (F)ne’er for get the (Bb)blood that (Bbm)they have (F)shed.

You heard take the sham rock from your hat and (C)cast it on the sod, but (Bb)’twill take root and (F)flour ish still, though (C)un der (C7sus4)foot it’s (F)trod.

When the (Bb)law can (F)stop the blades of grass from grow ing as they grow, and we (Bb)when the (F)leaves in sum (Dm)time their (G)ver but (G7)dare not (C)show, then the (F)I will change the col or I (C)wear in my cor been.

But (Bb)till that day, please (F)God, I’ll stick to (C)wear ing (C7sus4)of the (F)green!

(F)green!

The Wearing Of The Green by Irish Folksong — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Wearing Of The Green” by Irish Folksong 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 Bb at 130 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.
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Frequently asked questions

Is "The Wearing Of The Green" 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 Wearing Of The Green"?: 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.
What other Irish Folksong songs work for kids?: Try "THE ROCKY ROAD TO DUBLIN", "Arthur McBride", "Boulavogue". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.