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 — Falling Notes Piano Tutorial

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Watch "Summertime" by Kenny Chesney in falling notes style — like Synthesia. Color-coded notes fall onto the keyboard in real time. Practice left hand, right hand, or both. 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 learn "Summertime" with falling notes like Synthesia?
Yes — Falling Notes mode shows colored note shapes dropping onto a virtual keyboard, the same visual style as Synthesia or piano-tile games. Each note's column matches the piano key you press. Works for "Summertime" with hands-separate practice in E at 168 BPM.
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 I practice left and right hand separately for "Summertime"?
Yes! Our Top Down mode lets you isolate the left hand (bass clef), right hand (treble clef), or play both together. This makes it easy to master "Summertime" one hand at a time before combining them.
What is falling notes style for "Summertime"?
Falling notes (also known as Synthesia or piano waterfall) shows color-coded rectangles falling from the top of the screen onto a virtual keyboard. Each note's position matches the piano key you need to press. "Summertime" is in the key of E at 168 BPM.