Walking The Floor Over You

by Ernest Tubb

🎹 Loading song
Preparing player…
1
—
Play in Full ModesMore Songs for Kids

Lyrics

You (C)left me and (A7)you I went a way,

you (G7)said that you’d be back in just a (C)day.

You’ve (A7)bro keep ken your prom ise and you (D7)left me here a lone: I (G7)don’t know why you did, dear, here but I do know that you’re (C)gone.

I’m walk ing the floor o ver you,

I (G7)can’t sleep a wink, that is (C)true.

I’m (A7)hop ing and I’m pray ing as my (D7)heart breaks right in two,

(G7)walk ing the floor o ver (C)you.

Now (C)dar ling, you (A7)know be love you well,

you (G7)love you more than I can ev er (C)tell.

I (A7)thought keep that you want ed me and (D7)al ways would be mine; re (G7)but you went and left me here with I trou bles on my (C)mind.

I’m walk ing the floor o ver you,

I (G7)can’t sleep a wink, that is (C)true.

I’m (A7)hop ing and I’m pray ing as my (D7)heart breaks right in two,

(G7)walk ing the floor o ver (C)you.

Now (C)you.

Walking The Floor Over You by Ernest Tubb — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Walking The Floor Over You” by Ernest Tubb 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 C at 176 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 "Walking The Floor Over You" 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 "Walking The Floor Over You"?
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.