Come To My Window

by Melissa Etheridge

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Come (C)to my win dow.

Crawl in (C)side, wait by the light of the moon.

Come (C)to my win dow.

(D5)I’ll be home soon.

(C)I would dial the num bers just to lis ten to your breath.

And (C)I would stand in side my hell and hold the hand of death.

(C)You don’t know how far I’d go to (D)use this pre cious ache.

And (C)you don’t know how much I’d give or (D)how much I can take.

Just to reach you.

Just to reach you.

Oh, to reach you,

(D)oh.

Come (C)to my win dow.

Crawl in (C)side, wait by the (D)light of the moon.

Come (C)to my win dow, (Dsus)I’ll be home (G)soon.

(C)Keep ing my eyes o pen, I can not af ford to sleep.

And (C)Giv ing a way prom is es I know that I can’t keep.

(C)Noth ing fills the black ness that has (D)seeped in to my chest.

I (C)need you in my blood, I am for (D)sak ing all the rest.

Just to reach you.

Just to reach you.

Oh, to reach you,

(D)oh.

Come (C)to my win dow.

Crawl in (C)side, wait by the (D)light of the moon.

Come (C)to my win dow, (Dsus)I’ll be home (G)soon.

(G)soon.

I don’t care what they think.

I don’t care what they say.

What do they know a bout this (Am7)love

(D)an y way?

Come,

come to my win (D)dow, I’ll be home, I’ll be home, I’ll be home.

I’m com ing home.

Come (C)to my win dow,

Crawl in (C)side, wait by the (D)light of the moon.

Come (C)to my win dow, (Dsus)I’ll be home (G)soon.

I’ll be home, I’ll be home.

I’m (D)com in’ home.

Come (C)to my win dow,

Crawl in (C)side, wait by the (D)light of the moon.

Come (C)to my win dow, (Dsus)I’ll be home (G)soon.

I’ll be home, I’ll be home.

I’m (D)com in’ home.

Come To My Window by Melissa Etheridge — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Come To My Window 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 G at 90 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 "Come To My Window" 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 "Come To My Window"?
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 "Come To My Window" use?
Just 10 chords: Am, Am7, C, D, Dpow, Dsus2, Dsus4, Em, +2 more. 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.