Then You Can Tell Me Goodbye

by The Casinos

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Lyrics

Kiss me each (Dm)morn ing for a (Bb)mil

lion (C7)years,

hold me each (Dm)eve ning by your (Bb)side.

Tell me you (Dm)love me for a (Bb)mil

lion (C7)years,

then if it don’t (Bb)work out,

then if it don’t (Bb)work out,

then you can (Bb)tell me good (C7)bye.

Sweet en my (Dm)cof fee with a (Bb)morn

ing (C7)kiss,

sof ten my (Dm)dreams

with your (Bb)sigh,

af ter you’ve (Dm)loved me for a (Bb)mil

lion (C7)years,

then if it don’t (Bb)work out,

then if it don’t (Bb)work out,

then you can (Bb)tell me good (F)bye.

If you must go I won’t (F)grieve

if you (G7)just wait a life time

be fore you (C7)leave.

If you must (Dm)go

I won’t say (C7)“no,”

just so we can (Dm)say that we (Bb)tried.

Tell me you (Dm)love me for a (Bb)mil

lion (C7)years,

then if it don’t (Bb)work out,

then if it don’t (Bb)work out,

then you can (Bb)tell me good (F)bye.

Kiss me each (Dm)morn ing for a (Bb)mil

lion (C7)years,

hold me each (Dm)eve ning by your (Bb)side.

Tell me you (Dm)love me for a (Bb)mil

lion (C7)years,

then if it don’t (Bb)work out,

then if it don’t (Bb)work out,

then you can (Bb)tell me good (C7)bye.

Sweet en my (Dm)cof fee with a (Bb)morn

ing (C7)kiss,

sof ten my (Dm)dreams

with your (Bb)sigh,

af ter you’ve (Dm)loved me for a (Bb)mil

lion (C7)years,

then if it don’t (Bb)work out,

then if it don’t (Bb)work out,

then you can (Bb)tell me good (F)bye.

If you must go I won’t (F)grieve

if you (G7)just wait a life time

be fore you (C7)leave.

If you must (Dm)go

I won’t say (C7)“no,”

just so we can (Dm)say that we (Bb)tried.

Tell me you (Dm)love me for a (Bb)mil

lion (C7)years,

then if it don’t (Bb)work out,

then if it don’t (Bb)work out,

then you can (Bb)tell me good (F)bye.

then you can (Bb)tell me good (F)bye.

Then You Can Tell Me Goodbye by The Casinos — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Then You Can Tell Me Goodbye” by The Casinos 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 72 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 "Then You Can Tell Me Goodbye" 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 "Then You Can Tell Me Goodbye"?
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 "Then You Can Tell Me Goodbye" use?
Just 7 chords: Bb, C7, Dm, F, F7, G7, Gm7. Take it one section at a time.