Summertime Blues

by Eddie Cochran
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Lyrics

Well, I’m a (CN.C.)gon na raise a fuss, me, I’m a gon na raise a hol ler,

a bout a (CN.C.)take work ing use all the sum mer just to try to earn a dol lar.

Ev ’ry (A)time I call my ba by, try told to get a date, “Now, my you (CN.C.)boss like to says, help “No you, dice, son, you got ta work a late.” (A)Some times I won der what I’m a gon na do, but there (E)ain’t (CN.C.)no cure for the sum mer time blues.

Oh well, my (CN.C.)mom ’n’ pa pa told me, “Son, you’ve got to make some mon ey

I’m if you (CN.C.)take want to my all the car to go a rid ing next ed Sun day.”

Well, I (A)did n’t go to work, and boss told man I was sick.

“Now, “I’d you (CN.C.)can’t like to use help the you, car ’cause you did n’t work to lick.” (A)Some times I won der what I’m a gon na do, but there (E)ain’t (CN.C.)no cure for the sum mer time blues.

Summertime Blues — Simple Sheet Music

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"Summertime Blues" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of E, 158 BPM.

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About “Summertime Blues”

What key is "Summertime Blues" by Eddie Cochran played in?
Summertime Blues 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 Blues"?
The arrangement plays at 158 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Summertime Blues" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Summertime Blues"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Summertime Blues"?
"Summertime Blues" was originally performed by Eddie Cochran. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Summertime Blues"?
This arrangement uses 4 chords: A, B7, C, E. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
What other songs by Eddie Cochran can I play here?
Try "Summertime Blues". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

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