Summertime

by Kenny Chesney
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Lyrics

Sum mer time is fi n’lly here, that old at park De man is back in gear out on (A)for ty nine,

man, I can see the lights.

School’s out and the nights roll in, man, just like a long lost friend you ain’t (A)seen in a while.

Can’t help but smile.

And it’s two bare feet on the dash board,

young love and an old Ford.

Cheap shades and a (F#7)tat too and a Yoo (A)hoo

bot tle on the floor board.

Per fect song on the ra di o,

sing a long ’cause it’s one we know.

It’s a smile, it’s a kiss, it’s a sip of wine, it’s sum mer time,

sweet sum mer time.

Tem p’ra ture says nine ty three that down at the De pos it and an tee, but that (A)swim min’ hole,

man, it’s can nice and cold.

Bi ki ni bot toms der neath, but boys’ hearts still skip a beat when them (A)girls in shim my

them old cut offs.

And it’s two bare feet on the dash board,

young love and an old Ford.

Cheap shades and a (F#7)tat too and a Yoo (A)hoo

bot tle on the floor board.

Per fect song on the ra di o,

sing a long ’cause it’s one we know.

It’s a smile, it’s a kiss, it’s a sip of wine, it’s sum mer time,

sweet sum mer time.

The more things change,

the more they stay the same.

Don’t mat ter how old you are, when you know what I’m talk in’ ’bout.

(B)Yeah, ba by, when you got

Summertime — Easy Piano Notes for Beginners

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Learn "Summertime" on piano with easy notes — perfect for absolute beginners. Large color-coded note names show exactly which keys to press. No music reading required. Key of E, 168 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Summertime”

Can I play "Summertime" without reading sheet music?
Yes — Easy Notes mode prints the letter name (C, D, E…) directly on each note in big color-coded labels, so you can match colors to your keyboard without any traditional notation. The whole arrangement of "Summertime" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.
What key is "Summertime" by Kenny Chesney played in?
Summertime is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Summertime"?
The arrangement plays at 168 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Summertime" 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 "Summertime"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Summertime"?
"Summertime" was originally performed by Kenny Chesney. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Summertime"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: A, B, D, E, F#, F#7, F#m7.
What other songs by Kenny Chesney can I play here?
Try "THERE GOES MY LIFE", "DON'T BLINK", "COME OVER". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can a complete beginner play "Summertime"?
Absolutely! The Beginner mode shows large color-coded notes with letter names (C, D, E...). Just match the colors to your keyboard — no music reading needed. "Summertime" is simplified for beginners.
Do I need to read music to play "Summertime"?
No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "Summertime" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.