Bring Me Some Water

by Melissa Etheridge

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Lyrics

To night I feel so weak,

but all in love is fair.

I I to turn the oth er cheek,

and I feel the slap and the sting of the foul night air.

And I (D7sus)know an y thing you’re on ly hu man, my mind.

and I (A5)have in n’t san got i talk in’ room.

po rar y kind.

But to (D7sus)night while I’m mak ing ex cus es, be the same when I some oth er wom an is mak ing love to you.

Some bod y bring me some wa ter.

Can’t you see I’m (G)burn in’ a live.

(A)Can’t you see my (G)ba by’s (D)got an oth er lov er.

I don’t know (G)how I’m (D)gon na sur vive.

Some bod y bring me some wa ter.

Can’t you see it’s (G)out of con trol.

(A)Ba by’s got my (G)heart, and my (D)ba by’s got my mind.

But to (E5)night the sweet dev il, sweet dev il’s got my (A5)soul.

When will this ach ing pass?

When will this night be through?

I want to hear the break ing glass.

and I on ly feel the the steel of the red hot truth.

And I’d (D7sus)do an y thing you’re get it out of my mind.

I need (A5)some in n’t san got i ty, in’ that po rar y kind.

But to (D7sus)Tell me how will I ex ev er be the same when I know that that wom an is is whis per ing your

Some bod y bring me some wa ter.

Can’t you see I’m (G)burn in’ a live.

(A)Can’t you see my (G)ba by’s (D)got an oth er lov er.

I don’t know (G)how I’m (D)gon na sur vive.

Some bod y bring me some wa ter.

Can’t you see it’s (G)out of con trol.

(A)Ba by’s got my (G)heart, and my (D)ba by’s got my mind.

But to (E5)night the sweet dev il, sweet dev il’s got my (A5)soul.

(A5)soul.

Bring Me Some Water by Melissa Etheridge — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Bring Me Some Water” by Melissa Etheridge 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 A at 100 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 "Bring Me Some Water" 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 "Bring Me Some Water"?
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 "Bring Me Some Water" use?
Just 6 chords: A, Apow, D, D7, Epow, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Melissa Etheridge songs work for kids?
Try "PIECE OF MY HEART", "MERRY CHRISTMAS, BABY", "I WANT TO COME OVER". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.