Summertime Blues

by Eddie Cochran
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Lyrics

I’m a gon na raise a fuss, I’m a gon na raise a hol ler,

a bout a work in’ all sum mer just to try to earn a dol lar.

Ev ’ry (F)time I call my ba by, try to get a date, my boss says, “No dice, son, you got ta work late.” Some times I won der what I’m a gon na (G7)do, but there (C)ain’t no cure for the sum mer (G7)time (C)blues.

A well, my (C)Mom ’n’ Pa pa told me, “Son, you got ta make some mon ey

I’m if you wan na use the car to go a rid in’ next ed Sun day.”

Well, I (F)did n’t go to work, gress told the boss I was sick, “Now you like can’t to help use you, the car ’cause you too did young n’t work to a lick.” (F)Some times I won der what I’m a gon na (G7)do, but there (C)ain’t no cure for the sum mer (G7)time (C)blues.

I’m gon na (C)take ’n’ two pa weeks, me, gon na have a fine va ca tion.

I’m gon na take na my the prob lem to the U in’ nit ed Na tions!

Well, I (F)called n’t my to Con gress man and he I said, quote, “I’d you like can’t to help use you, the Son, but you’re too did young n’t work to a vote!” (F)Some times I won der what I’m a gon na (G7)do, but there (C)ain’t no cure for the sum mer (G7)time (C)blues.

I’m gon na

Summertime Blues — Simple Sheet Music

"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 C, 120 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Summertime Blues

What key is "Summertime Blues" by Eddie Cochran played in?
Summertime Blues is arranged in the key of C 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 120 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 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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