When I'm Sixty-four

by The Beatles

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Lyrics

(C)When I get old er, los ing my hair,

man y years (Ebdim)from (G)now,

will you still be send ing me a val en tine, birth day greet ings, (C)bot tle of wine?

If I’d been out till quar ter to three,

(C7)would you lock the (F)door?

Will you still need me, (C)will you still feed me, (D9)when I’m (G7)six ty (C)four?

(Am)Ev ’ry sum mer we can rent a cot tage in the Isle of (G)Wight if it’s not too (Am)dear.

You’ll be old er (E)too.

(Am)Ah,

and if you say the word

(F)I could (G)stay with (C)you.

(C)I could be hand y mend ing a fuse

when your lights (Ebdim)have (G)gone.

You can knit a sweat er by the fire to side, Sun day morn ing, (C)go for a ride.

Do ing the gar den, dig ging the weeds,

(C7)who could ask for (F)more?

Will you still need me, (C)will you still feed me, (D9)when I’m (G7)six ty (C)four?

(Am)Ev ’ry sum mer we can rent a cot tage in the Isle of (G)Wight if it’s not too (Am)dear.

We shall scrimp and (E)save,

(Am)ah,

grand chil dren on your knee:

(F)Ve ra, (G)Chuck and (C)Dave.

When I'm Sixty-four by The Beatles — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “When I'm Sixty-four by The Beatles 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 120 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "When I'm Sixty-four" 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'm Sixty-four"?
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.