When Sunny Gets Blue

by Jack Segal

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When Sunny Gets Blue

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Jack Segal62 BPM

Lyrics

When (Gm7)Sun ny gets (C7)blue, her (Eb7)eyes get gray and cloud y, (F)then the rain be (Gm)gins to (Am7)fall.

(B)Pit ter pat ter, (Bbm7)pit ter (Eb)pat ter, (Am7)love is gone so (Db)what can mat ter?

(Gm7)No sweet lov er (C)man comes to (CN.C.)call.

When (Gm7)Sun ny gets (C7)blue, she (Eb7)breathes a sigh of sad ness (F)like the wind that (Gm)stirs the (Am7)trees.

(B)Wind that sets the (Bbm7)leaves to (Eb)sway in’ (Am7)like some vi o (Db)lins are play in’ (Gm7)weird and haunt ing (C)mel o (CN.C.)dies.

(Em7)Peo ple used to love to (F#m)hear her laugh, (B)see her smile; (A7)that’s how she got her (D6)name.

(Dm7)Since that sad af (G7)fair, she’s (A)lost her smile, changed her style, (Dm)some how she’s (G7)not the (Gm7)same.

But (Gm7)mem ’ries will (C7)fade, and (Eb7)pret ty dreams will rise up (F)where her oth er (Gm)dream fell (Am7)through.

Hur ry new love, (Bbm7)hur ry (Eb)here, to (Am7)kiss a way each (Db)lone ly tear, and (Gm7)hold her near, when (C)Sun ny gets (Am)blue.

(Gm)Hold her near, when (C)Sun ny gets (Fmaj9)blue.

When Sunny Gets Blue by Jack Segal — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “When Sunny Gets Blue” by Jack Segal 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 Bb at 80 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 "When Sunny Gets Blue" 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 Sunny Gets Blue"?
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.
What other Jack Segal songs work for kids?
Try "When Sunny Gets Blue". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.