When The Sun Goes Down

by Kenny Chesney

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Sun tan toes just (E)tick lin’ the sand, y, (A)cold lay in’ drink in a chill in’ in my right and (E)hand, y

watch in’ you sleep in the (E)eve nin’ light, ’cause when the rest in’ up for a (D)long, (E)long night.

’Cause when the (A)sun goes (A)down,

we’ll be (E)groov in’.

When the (A)sun goes (A)down, we’ll be (E)feel in’ al right.

When the sun sinks (A)down,

o ver the wa ter, (A)ev ’ry thing gets hot ter when the (D)sun (E)goes (A)down,

yeah.

All day long just (E)tak in’ it eas y, (A)cold lay in’ drink in a ham mock where it’s nice and (E)breez y

and sleep in’ off in the (E)night be fore, ’cause when the sun goes down, we’ll be (D)back (E)for more.

’Cause when the (A)sun goes (A)down,

we’ll be (E)groov in’.

When the (A)sun goes (A)down, we’ll be (E)feel in’ al right.

When the sun sinks (A)down,

o ver the wa ter, (A)ev ’ry thing gets hot ter when the (D)sun (E)goes (A)down,

yeah.

(D)sun (E)goes (A)down.

This old gui tar and my (D)dark sun (E)glass es, this sweet con coc tion is (D)smooth as mo las ses.

Noth in’ to do but (D)breathe all day un til the (A)big (CN.C.)moon ris es and it’s time (D)to (A)play.

When the sun goes (A)down,

we’ll be (E)groov in’.

When the (A)sun goes (A)down, we’ll be (E)feel in’ al right.

When the sun sinks (A)down,

o ver the wa ter, (A)ev ’ry thing gets hot ter when the (D)sun (E)goes (A)down.

When the sun goes (A)down,

we’ll be (E)groov in’.

When the (A)sun goes (A)down, we’ll be (E)feel in’ al right.

When the sun sinks (A)down,

o ver the wa ter, (A)ev ’ry thing gets hot ter when the (D)sun (E)goes (A)down.

When the sun (D)sun (E)goes (A)down,

yeah.

When the sun goes (A)down,

we’ll be (E)groov in’.

When the (A)sun goes down, we’ll be (E)feel in’ al right.

When the sun sinks (A)down

o ver the wa ter, (A)ev ’ry thing gets hot ter when the (D)sun (E)goes (A)down.

When the sun goes (A)down,

we’ll be (E)groov in’.

When the (A)sun goes down, we’ll be (E)feel in’ al right.

When the sun sinks (A)down

o ver the wa ter, (A)ev ’ry thing gets hot ter when the (D)sun (E)goes (A)down.

When the sun (D)sun (E)goes (A)down.

When The Sun Goes Down by Kenny Chesney — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “When The Sun Goes Down” by Kenny Chesney 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 A at 90 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 The Sun Goes Down" 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 The Sun Goes Down"?
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.