Answer In The Sky

by Elton John

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Well, they (Bb)say that it’s a fact,

if you (Eb)watch the sky at night,

and (Eb)if you stare in to the dark ness, you might (Bb)see ce les tial light.

And (F)if your heart is emp ty

and (Gm)there’s no hope in side,

there’s a chance you’ll find an (F)an swer (Eb)in the sky.

Well, they (Bb)say that it’s a shame

if you have (Eb)noth ing to be lieve,

and (Eb)if you can’t hold on to some thing, you might as (Bb)well die where you sleep.

You don’t need a (F)prayer,

and there’s no price to ask why.

Some times you’ll find an an swer (Eb)in the sky.

And it’s all (Ab)so much (Eb)big ger than (Ab)it seems, and it all o ver (Bb)whelms us now and then,

and I’m (Ddim)bank ing on a chance that we be lieve that good can still con trol the hearts of men.

Oh.

Oh.

Oh.

Oh.

Some times you’ll find an an swer (Eb)in the sky.

And it’s all (Ab)so much

This (Bb)life’s a long old road;

we should n’t (Eb)have to walk a lone.

But (Eb)if you find the right com pan ion, you won’t feel so (Bb)worn out when you’ve grown.

And all life is (F)pre cious,

and ev ’ry day is a prize,

and some times you’ll find an (F)an swer (Eb)in the sky.

Oh, life is (F)pre cious,

and ev ’ry day is a prize,

and some times you’ll find an an swer (Eb)in the sky.

And some times you’ll find an (F)an swer (Eb)in the sky.

And some times you’ll find an (F)an swer (Eb)in the sky.

Answer In The Sky by Elton John — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Answer In The Sky” by Elton John 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 Eb at 112 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 "Answer In The Sky" 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 "Answer In The Sky"?
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.
How many chords does "Answer In The Sky" use?
Just 8 chords: Ab, Bb, Bb7, C7, Ddim, Eb, F, Gm. Take it one section at a time.
What other Elton John songs work for kids?
Try "SOMEONE SAVED MY LIFE TONIGHT", "CROCODILE ROCK", "BURN DOWN THE MISSION". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.