You've Got To Hide Your Love Away

by The Beatles

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Lyrics

(G)Here

I (D)stand,

(F)head

in (G)hand,

(C)turn

my face

to the (F)wall.

(G)If

she’s (D)gone

I (F)can’t

go (G)on

(C)feel ing

two

foot (F)small.

(G)Ev

’ry (D)where

(F)peo

ple (G)stare,

(C)each

and

ev ’ry (F)day;

(G)I

can (D)see

them (F)laugh

at (G)me,

(C)and

I hear

them (F)say:

(G)Hey!

You’ve got to (C)hide

your

love a (D7)way!

(G)Hey!

You’ve got to (C)hide

your

love a (D7)way!

(G)How

can (D)I

(F)e

ven (G)try?

(C)I

can face

nev er (F)win.

(G)Hear

ing (D)them,

I (F)see

ing (G)them,

(C)in the

state

I’m (F)in.

(G)How

could (D)she

(F)say

to (G)me,

(C)“Love

will

find a (F)way?”

(G)Gath

er (D)’round

them (F)all

you (G)clowns,

(C)let

me hear

you (F)say:

(G)Hey!

You’ve got to (C)hide

your

love a (D7)way!

(G)Hey!

You’ve got to (C)hide

your

love a (D7)way!

You've Got To Hide Your Love Away by The Beatles — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “You've Got To Hide Your Love Away by The Beatles 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 84 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've Got To Hide Your Love Away" 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've Got To Hide Your Love Away"?
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.
What other The Beatles songs work for kids?
Try "DAY TRIPPER", "PLEASE MR. POSTMAN", "SHE'S LEAVING HOME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.