Walk Away Renee

by The Left Banke

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Lyrics

And when I see the sign that

I points one way,

the lot we used to pass by

I ev ’ry day

just walk a way, Re nee, you (C)won’t see me fol low you back home.

The emp ty side walks on my block are not the same;

you’re (G)not to (Am7)blame.

From deep in side the tears that

I forced to cry,

from deep in side the pain that

I chose to hide.

Just walk a way, Re nee, you (C)won’t see me fol low you back home.

Now, as the rain beats down up on my wea ry heart,

for (G)me it (Am7)cries.

Just walk a way, Re nee, you won’t see me fol low you back home.

Now, as the rain beats down up on my wea ry heart,

for (G)me it (Am7)cries.

Your name and mine in side a heart up on a wall

still finds a way to haunt me,

though they’re so small.

Walk Away Renee by The Left Banke — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Walk Away Renee” by The Left Banke 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 108 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 "Walk Away Renee" 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 "Walk Away Renee"?
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.