When I Come Around

by Green Day

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I (D)heard you cry ing loud

all the way knock a cross town.

You’ve been search ing for that some one, and it’s me out on (C)the prowl er as (D)you and sit a round feel ing sor (Em)ry for your (C)self.

Well, (D)don’t get lone ly now,

and (D)dry your whin ing eyes.

I’m just roam ing for the mo ment, sleaz in’ my back yard (C)so don’t get so (G)up tight you been (D)think ing a bout (Em)ditch ing (C)me.

No time to search the (C)world a round,

’cause you know where I’ll be (C)found

when I (CN.C.)come a round.

I (D)heard it all be fore,

all so don’t knock down my door.

I’m a los er and a us er, so I don’t need no (C)ac cus er to (D)try and slag me down be cause I (Em)know you’re your (C)right.

So (D)go do what you like.

Make (D)sure you do it wise.

You may find out that your self doubt means noth ing was ev (C)er there.

get You (G)can’t go forc ing (D)some thing if it’s (Em)just not (C)right.

No time to search the (C)world a round,

’cause you know where I’ll be (C)found

when I (CN.C.)come a round.

(C)When I come a round.

(C)When I come a round.

(C)When I come a round.

When I Come Around by Green Day — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “When I Come Around” by Green Day 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 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 "When I Come Around" 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 "When I Come Around"?
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.