You Are My Sunshine

by Norman Blake

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The oth er night, dear, as (D)I lay (G)sleep ing I dreamed I (C)held you in my (G)arms,

but when I (C)woke, dear, I was mis (G)tak en, and I hung my I’ll (D)head and I (G)cried.

You are my sun shine, my (D)on ly (G)sun shine.

You make me (C)hap py when skies are (G)gray.

You’ll nev er (C)know, dear, how much I (G)love you.

Please don’t take my (D)sun shine a (G)way.

I’ll al ways love you and (D)make you (G)hap py if you will (C)on ly say the (G)same,

but if you (C)leave me and love an (G)oth er,

you’ll re gret it I’ll (D)all some my (G)day.

You are my sun shine, my (D)on ly (G)sun shine.

You make me (C)hap py when skies are (G)gray.

You’ll nev er (C)know, dear, how much I (G)love you.

Please don’t take my (D)sun shine a (G)way.

You told me

You Are My Sunshine by Norman Blake — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “You Are My Sunshine” by Norman Blake 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 G at 200 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 "You Are My Sunshine" 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 "You Are My Sunshine"?
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.