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My (F)child ar rived just the (Ab)oth er day.
He He (Bb)came to the world in the (F)u su al way, but there were planes me to catch I and (Ab)bills to pay.
I got a He learned to walk while I (F)was a way.
And he was (Eb)talk in’ ’fore I (Eb)knew it, and (Eb)as he grew he’d say, (Ab)“I’m gon na (Cm)be like (F)you, Dad.
You (Ab)know I’m gon na (Cm)be like (F)you.”
And the cat’s in the cra dle and the (Eb)sil ver spoon, (Ab)lit tle boy blue and the man in the moon.
(F)“When you com in’ home, Dad?” “I (Eb)don’t know when, but (Ab)we’ll get to (Cm)geth er then.
You (Ab)know we’ll have a (Cm)good time (F)then.”
My
Well, he (F)came from col just the (Ab)oth er day, so (Bb)much like a man.
I just (F)had to say, “Son, I’m proud of you, can you (Ab)sit for a while?
He shook his head and he (F)said with a smile, “What I’d (Eb)real ly like, (Eb)Dad, is to (Cm7)bor row the (Eb)car keys.
See you (Cm)lat er.
Can I (F)have them, please?”
And the cat’s in the cra dle and the (Eb)sil ver spoon, (Ab)lit tle boy blue and the man in the moon.
(F)“When you com in’ home, son?” “I (Eb)don’t know when, but (Ab)we’ll get to (Cm)geth er then.
You (Ab)know we’ll have a (Cm)good time (F)then.”
I’ve long since re tired, my (Ab)son’s moved a way.
I called him up just the (F)oth er day.
I said, “I’d like to see you if (Ab)you don’t mind.” He said, “I’d (Bb)love to, Dad, if I can (F)find the time.
You see, my (Eb)new job’s a (Eb)has sle and the (Cm7)kids have the flu, but it’s (Ab)sure nice (Cm)talk in’ to (F)you, Dad.
It’s been (Ab)sure nice (Cm)talk in’ to (F)you.”
And as I (Eb)hung up the (Eb)phone, it oc (Cm7)curred to me, he’d (Ab)grown up (Cm)just like (F)me.
My (Ab)boy was (Cm)just like (F)me.
And the cat’s in the cra dle with the (Eb)sil ver spoon, (Ab)lit tle boy blue and the man in the moon.
(F)“When you com in’ home, son?” “I (Eb)don’t know when, but (Ab)we’ll get to (Cm)geth er then, Dad.
We’re (Ab)gon na have a (Cm)good time (F)then.”
Cat's In The Cradle — Piano Lead Sheet
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"Cat's In The Cradle" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of Bb, 160 BPM.
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About “Cat's In The Cradle”
- Where are the chord symbols for "Cat's In The Cradle" displayed?
- Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Cat's In The Cradle" is in Bb.
- What key is "Cat's In The Cradle" by Harry Chapin played in?
- Cat's In The Cradle is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Cat's In The Cradle"?
- The arrangement plays at 160 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Cat's In The Cradle" easy to play on piano?
- This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
- Can I download sheet music for "Cat's In The Cradle"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Cat's In The Cradle"?
- "Cat's In The Cradle" was originally performed by Harry Chapin. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Cat's In The Cradle"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: Ab, Bb, Cm, Cm7, Db, Eb, F, Fpow, +1 more.
- What other songs by Harry Chapin can I play here?
- Try "Cat's In The Cradle", "Cat's In The Cradle". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Does "Cat's In The Cradle" have chords and lyrics?
- Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Cat's In The Cradle" is in the key of Bb at 160 BPM.
- What chords are in "Cat's In The Cradle"?
- Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of Bb, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.
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