Yesterday Once More

by Carpenters

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Lyrics

When I was (F)young I’d lis ten to the (Am)ra di o wait in’ (Dm)for my fav ’rite songs.

When they (Bbmaj7)played I’d sing a long it made me smile.

Those were such (F)hap py times and not so (Am)long a go how I (Dm)won dered (Dm)where they’d gone

(A7)but they’re (Dm)back a gain just like a (Dm)long lost friend all the (Bb)songs I (Gm7)love so well.

Ev ’ry (F)sha la la la ev ’ry (Dm)wo wo still (F)shines.

Ev ’ry (F)shing a ling a ling that they’re (Dm)start in’ to sing so (Gm7)fine.

(C)When they (Dm)get to the part where he’s (C#)break ing her heart it can (F)real ly make me cry just like be (F)fore.

It’s yes ter day once (F)more.

(Shoo bie do lang (Gm7)lang.)

Look in’ (F)back on how it was in (Am)years gone by and the (Dm)good times that I had

makes to (Bbmaj7)day seem rath er sad

so much has changed.

Those It was (F)songs of love that I would (Am)sing to then and I’d (Dm)mem o (Dm)rize each word.

(A7)Those old (Dm)mel o dies still sound so (Dm)good to me as they (Bb)melt the (Gm7)years a way.

Ev ’ry (F)sha la la la ev ’ry (Dm)wo wo

still (F)shines.

Ev ’ry (F)shing a ling a ling that they’re (Dm)start in’ to sing so (Gm7)fine.

(C)All my (Dm)best mem o ries come back (C#)clear ly to me some can (F)e ven make me cry just like be (F)fore.

It’s yes ter day once (F)more.

(Shoo bie do lang (Gm7)lang.)

Look in’

(Bb)Ev (C)’ry (F)sha la la la ev ’ry (Dm)wo wo

still (F)shines.

Ev ’ry (F)shing a ling a ling that they’re (Dm)start in’ to sing so (Gm7)fine.

(Bb)Ev (C)’ry (F)sha la la la ev ’ry (Dm)wo wo

still (F)shines.

Ev ’ry (F)shing a ling a ling that they’re (Dm)start in’ to sing so (Gm7)fine.

(Bb)Ev (C)’ry

Yesterday Once More by Carpenters — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Yesterday Once More” by Carpenters 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 100 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Yesterday Once More" 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 "Yesterday Once More"?
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.