A Satisfied Mind

· by Porter Wagoner

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How man y (Bb)times

(C7)have

you heard some one (F)say,

“If a I had his (C7)mon ey,

I could (Bb)do things my (F)way?”

But (Dm7)lit tle they (C7)know son

that it’s (Bb)so hard to (F)find

one rich man in (C7)ten

with a (Bb)sat is fied (F)mind.

Once I was (C7)win ning

in (Bb)for tune and (F)fame;

ev ’ry thing that I (C7)dreamed for

to get a (Bb)start in life’s (F)game.

But sud den ly it (Bb)hap

(C7)pened,

I lost ev ’ry (F)dime.

But I’m rich er by (C7)far

with a (Bb)sat is fied (F)mind.

Mon ey can’t (Bb)buy

(C7)back

your youth when you’re (F)old,

or a friend when you’re (C7)lone ly,

or a (Bb)love that’s grown (F)cold.

The (Dm7)wealth i est (C7)per son

is a (Bb)pau per at (F)times,

com pared to the (C7)man

with a (Bb)sat is fied (F)mind.

When life has (C7)end ed,

my (Bb)time has run (F)out;

my ’ry friends and my (C7)loved ones,

to I’ll a (Bb)leave, there’s no (F)doubt.

But there’s one thing for (Bb)cer

(C7)tain,

when it comes to (F)time.

I’ll I’m leave this old (C7)world

with a (Bb)sat is fied (F)mind.

Mon ey can’t (Bb)sat is fied (F)mind.

I’m (Dm)rich er by (Gm7)far

with a (Bb)sat (F)is (Gm7)fied (F)mind.

A Satisfied Mind by Porter Wagoner — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “A Satisfied Mind” by Porter Wagoner in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of Bb at 122 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "A Satisfied Mind" good for a child learning piano?: Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "A Satisfied Mind"?: Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?: No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?: Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
What other Porter Wagoner songs work for kids?: Try "GREEN GREEN GRASS OF HOME", "Green Green Grass Of Home". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.