Christmas

by Melissa Etheridge

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Lyrics

(A)(Christ mas) The snow’s com in’ down.

(C#m)(Christ mas) I’m watch in’ it fall.

(D)(Christ mas) Lots of peo ple a round.

(E)(Christ mas) Ba by please come home.

The church bells in town,

they’re ring in’ a song.

What a hap py sound.

Ba by please come home.

They’re sing in’, “Deck The Halls,”

but it’s not like Christ mas at all.

I re mem ber when you were here and all the fun that we had last year.

Pret ty lights on the tree,

I’m watch in’ them shine.

You should be here with me.

Ba by please come home.

(A)Ba by please come home.

Ba by please come home,

please, please, please, please.

(A)(Christ mas) If there was a way, (C#m)(Christ mas) I would hold back these tears.

(D)(Christ mas) But it’s Christ mas day, ba by,

ba by,

please, please, please, please, please, please, please, please, please, please, please.

(A)Ba by please come home.

(F#m)Ba by please come home, ba by.

(D)Ba by please come home.

(E)Ba by please come home.

(A)Ba by please come home.

(F#m)Ba by please come home, ba by.

(D)Ba by please come home.

(E)Ba by please come home.

Christmas by Melissa Etheridge — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Christmas 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 130 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "Christmas" 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 "Christmas"?
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 "Christmas" use?
Just 5 chords: A, C#m, D, E, F#m. 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.