Sunshine, Lollipops And Rainbows

by Lesley Gore
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Lyrics

(C)Sun shine, (Am)lol i pops and rain bows, (Am)ev ’ry thing that’s (C)won der ful is (Em)what I feel when we’re to (G7)geth er.

(C)Bright er (Am)than a luck y pen ny, (Am)when you’re near the rain goes, dis ap pear, dear and I feel so (Em)fine

just to (G7sus4)know that (G7)you are mine.

My life is sun shine, lol i pops and rain bows, that’s how this re frain goes, so come on join (G7)in, ev ’ry bod y!

(C)Sun shine, (Am)lol i pops and rain bows, (Am)ev ’ry thing that’s (C)won der ful is sure to come your (Em)way

when (Dm7)you’re in (G7)love to (C)stay.

(C)Sun shine, (Am)lol i pops and rain bows, (Am)ev ’ry thing that’s (C)won der ful is (Em)what I feel when we’re to (G7)geth er.

(C)Bright er (Am)than a luck y pen ny, (Am)when you’re near the rain goes, dis ap pear, dear and I feel so (Em)fine

just to (G7sus4)know that (G7)you are mine.

My life is sun shine, lol i pops and rain bows, that’s how this re frain goes, so come on join (G7)in, ev ’ry bod y!

(C)Sun shine, (Am)lol i pops and rain bows, (Am)ev ’ry thing that’s (C)won der ful is sure to come your (Em)way

when (Dm7)you’re in (G7)love to (C)stay.

(Em)way

’cause (F)you’re in love,

you’re in love,

and (Dm7)love is (G7sus4)here (G7)to (C)stay!

Sunshine, Lollipops And Rainbows — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "Sunshine, Lollipops And Rainbows" by Lesley Gore: lyrics on screen with the chords above each line and a bouncing ball that lands on every word in time. Sing along, or play along on guitar or piano from the chord chart. Change the key to fit your voice, slow the tempo down. Key of C, 120 BPM.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great way to build confidence with upbeat rhythmic patterns in your right hand while keeping a steady left-hand foundation.

At 120 BPM the tempo is brisk, so start at about half speed and focus on locking in the rhythm before you chase the full tempo — the melody has a bouncy, slightly syncopated feel that can trip you up if your timing isn't solid.

Your left hand will mostly handle simple root-position chords and basic transitions in C major, but watch the move between the IV and V chords (F and G) — that's where most beginners hesitate and lose the groove.

Practice hands separately for the first few run-throughs, then combine them one four-bar phrase at a time.

If a transition feels clunky, loop just that two-chord change ten times slowly until your fingers know the shape by feel.

The real payoff here is building your ability to keep a steady, cheerful pulse with both hands working together — once this clicks, you'll carry that rhythmic confidence into everything else you play.

About “Sunshine, Lollipops And Rainbows”

What key is "Sunshine, Lollipops And Rainbows" by Lesley Gore played in?
Sunshine, Lollipops And Rainbows 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 "Sunshine, Lollipops And Rainbows"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Sunshine, Lollipops And Rainbows" easy to play on piano?
This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
Can I download sheet music for "Sunshine, Lollipops And Rainbows"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Sunshine, Lollipops And Rainbows"?
"Sunshine, Lollipops And Rainbows" was originally performed by Lesley Gore. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Lesley Gore can I play here?
Try "JUDY'S TURN TO CRY", "CALIFORNIA NIGHTS", "IT'S MY PARTY". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is there a karaoke version of "Sunshine, Lollipops And Rainbows" with lyrics?
Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Sunshine, Lollipops And Rainbows" by Lesley Gore. The lyrics appear on screen a line at a time and each word lights up exactly when it's sung, with a bouncing ball leading you word to word. A backing plays underneath so you can just sing.
Does it show chords so I can play along on guitar or piano?
It does — a chord symbol sits on a thin row just above the lyric it changes on, so the same screen doubles as a lyrics-and-chords chart. Guitarists can strum the changes and pianists can comp while singing; the chords are colour-coded and move with the live transpose if you change key.
Can I change the key of "Sunshine, Lollipops And Rainbows" to match my voice or capo?
Yes. The original is in C, but the live transpose control shifts the whole song up or down semitones until the melody sits in your range (or maps to an easier guitar shape / capo position) — the on-screen chords and the backing move with it.
Can I slow "Sunshine, Lollipops And Rainbows" down to learn the words and chords?
Yes — the tempo control lets you take it as slow as you need while the lyrics still light up in time and the ball keeps you on the beat. Speed it back up once you can sing and play it through.