Why Do Fools Fall In Love

by Frankie Lymon & The Teenagers

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(F)Oo (Dm7)wah, (Gm7)oo wah.

(F)Oo (Dm7)wah, (Gm7)oo wah.

(F)Oo (Dm7)wah, (Gm7)oo wah.

(F)Why do fools fall in love?

(F)Why do (Dm7)birds (Gm7)sing

so (F)gay

and (Gm7)lov ers a (C7)wait the (F)break of (Dm7)day?

(Gm7)Why do they (C7)fall in (F)love?

(F)Why

(Gm7)does the (C7)rain (F)fall from up a (Dm7)bove?

(Gm7)Why do (C7)fools (F)fall in (Dm7)love?

(Gm7)Why do they (C7)fall in (F)love?

(Bb6)Love is a (Bbm6)los ing game, (F)love a can cra zy (F7)be a shame.

(Bb6)I know I of a (Bbm6)fool, you see, (G7)for that (C7)fool is me!

Tell me (F)why,

(C7)tell me (F)why!

(F)Why do (Dm7)birds (Gm7)sing

so (F)gay

and (Gm7)lov ers a (C7)wait the (F)break of (Dm7)day?

(Gm7)Why do they (C7)fall in (F)love?

(F)Why

(Gm7)does the (C7)rain (F)fall from up a (Dm7)bove?

(Gm7)Why do (C7)fools (F)fall in (Dm7)love?

(Gm7)Why do they (C7)fall in (F)love?

(Bb6)Why does my (Bbm6)heart ing game, (F)skip a can cra zy (F7)beat?

a shame.

(Bb6)For know I of a (Bbm6)know you see, (G7)it will (C7)reach de feat!

Tell me (F)why,

(C7)tell me (F)why!

(Bb)Why

do (C7)fools

fall in (F)love?

Why Do Fools Fall In Love by Frankie Lymon & The Teenagers — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Why Do Fools Fall In Love” by Frankie Lymon & The Teenagers 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 140 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 "Why Do Fools Fall In Love" 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 "Why Do Fools Fall In Love"?
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.