Border Song

by Elton John

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Lyrics

Ho ly Mo ses,

(Am)I have been re moved.

(C)I have seen the spec ter; to (C)he has been here, too.

Dis tant cous in from down the line, ness, brand of peo ple who ain’t my kind.

(F)Ho (F#dim7)ly (C)Mo ses,

(F6)I have been re moved.

Ho ly Mo ses,

(Am)I have been de ceived.

(C)Now the wind changed di tion to (C)and I have to leave.

Won’t you please o ex cuse my frank ness, but it’s not ple my cup of tea.

(F)Ho (F#dim7)ly (C)Mo ses,

(F6)I have been de ceived.

I’m go in’ back to the bor der where (F)my af fairs, where (C)my af fairs (F)ain’t a bused.

I can’t take an y more bad wa ter; been (D)poi soned from my head down to my shoes.

Oh.

Oh, (F)he’s (F#dim7)my (C)broth er;

(F6)let us live in peace.

Oh, (F)he’s (F#dim7)my (C)broth er;

(F6)let us live in peace.

Oh, (G7sus)let us,

(Dm7)let us live in peace.

Border Song by Elton John — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Border Song” 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 C at 70 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 "Border Song" 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 "Border Song"?
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 "Border Song" use?
Just 13 chords: Am, C, D, Dm, Dm7, E, E7, Esus4, +5 more. 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.