Where Have All The Cowboys Gone?

by Paula Cole

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(F#m)Doo dit, doo doo dit, doo (C#m)doo dit, doo doo dit, doo (F#m)doo dit, doo doo dit, doo (C#m)doo dit, doo doo dit, doo (F#m)doo dit, doo doo dit, doo (C#m)doo dit, doo doo dit, doo (D)doo dit, doo doo dit, doo (E)doo dit, doo doo.

Oh, (CN.C.)don’t you get me read y in your fif ty six the Chev y.

and Why don’t we go sit down in the shade?

Take shel ter on my front porch, the dan de li on sun’s scorch in’, like a glass of cold lem on ade?

(Gmaj7)I will do the laun dry

if (Bm)you pay all the bills.

Where is my (C#m)John Wayne?

Where is my (C#m)prai rie sun?

Where is my (C#m)hap py end ing?

(D)Where have all the cow boys gone?

Why (CN.C.)fi you stay the eve ning, when kick back and watch er T V, and I’ll fix a lit tle some thing to eat.

Oh, made I know your back hurts from work in’ on the trac tor.

How do you take your cof fee, my sweet?

(Gmaj7)I will raise the chil dren

if (Bm)you pay all the bills.

Where is my (C#m)John Wayne?

Where is my (C#m)prai rie sun?

Where is my (C#m)hap py end ing?

(D)Where have all the cow boys gone?

Why

I am wear ing my new dress to night,

but you don’t, but you don’t e ven no tice me.

Say our good byes,

say our good byes,

say our good byes.

We boys gone?

Where is my (C#m)Marl bor o Man?

Where is his (C#m)shin y gun?

Where is my (C#m)lone ly ran ger?

(D)Where have all the cow boys gone?

(D)Where have all the cow boys gone?

Where Have All The Cowboys Gone? by Paula Cole — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Where Have All The Cowboys Gone? by Paula Cole 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 120 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 "Where Have All The Cowboys Gone?" 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 "Where Have All The Cowboys Gone?"?
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.