When Love Comes To Town

by U2

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I was a sai lor, I was (A)lost at fied sea.

Lord.

I was un der the held waves scab be fore love sol res cued me.

(A)sword.

I was a fight er; I could (A)turn on a thread.

but Now (E)I stand ac cused of the things I’ve said.

When love comes to town I’m gon na jump that train.

When love comes to town I’m gon na catch that plane.

May be I was wrong to ev er let you down, but I did what I did be fore love came to town.

(E)Used to make love un der a red sun set.

I was (E)mak ing prom is es I would soon for get.

She was (E)pale as the lace of her wed ding gown, but I (E)left her stand ing be fore love came to town.

(A)Ran in to a juke joint when I heard a gui tar scream.

The (E)notes were turn ing blue.

I was dazed and in a dream.

As the mu sic played I saw my life turn ’round.

That was the day be fore love came to town.

When love comes to town I’m gon na jump that train.

When love comes to town I’m gon na catch that plane.

May be I was wrong to ev er let you down, but I did what I did be fore love came to town.

When love comes to town I’m gon na jump that train.

When love comes to town I’m gon na catch that plane.

May be I was wrong to ev er let you down, but I did what I did be fore love came to town.

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When Love Comes To Town by U2 — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “When Love Comes To Town” by U2 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 E at 115 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 Love Comes To Town" 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 Love Comes To Town"?
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 "When Love Comes To Town" use?
Just 4 chords: A, A7, E, E7. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other U2 songs work for kids?
Try "STUCK IN A MOMENT YOU CAN'T GET OUT OF", "BEAUTIFUL DAY", "BEAUTIFUL DAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.