Donna (From 'Hair')

by Galt MacDermot

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Lyrics

(Bb7)Once up on a look ing for Don na time there was a (F7)six teen year old vir gin.

(Bb7)Oh, Don na, oh oh, Don na, oh oh oh, (Eb)look ing for my Don na.

(Bb7)Just got back from look ing for Don na, San Fran cis co, (F7)psy che de lic ur chin.

(Bb7)Oh, Don na, oh oh, Don na, oh oh oh, (Eb)look ing for my Don na.

(Eb)Have you (Db)seen

my (Eb)six teen (Db)year old (Eb)tat tooed (Db)wom an?

(Ab)Heard a (Eb)sto ry (Eb)She got (Eb)bust ed for her beau ty, oh no (Ab)no,

no, (Bb)no.

(Bb7)Once up on a look ing for Don na, San Fran cis co, (F7)nev er end my search ing.

(Bb7)Oh, Don na, oh oh, Don na, oh oh oh, (Eb)look ing for my Don na.

(C)I’ve And I’m been gon to na In show di her a and that (F)saw the Yo gi light.

sweet.

In South A me ri ca tat the (Gm)In di an smoke glows her feet.

bright.

I’m I’m re gon in na car love her, na make ted love (Eb)and to so her are till we the all.

sky turns brown.

And in this life ing, time we’ll (Eb)rise

be fore we fall.

(Be fore we (F7)fall.)

(Bb7)Once up on a look ing for Don na, San Fran cis co, (F7)nev er end my search ing.

(Bb7)Oh, Don na, oh oh, Don na, oh oh oh, (Eb)look ing for my Don na.

(C)I’ve And I’m been gon to na In show di her a and that (F)life on earth can be sweet.

Gonna lay my mu ri ca tat ed (Gm)In head an at glows her feet.

bright.

I’m I’m re gon in na car love her, na make ted love (Eb)and to so her are till we the all.

sky turns brown.

And I’m e volv ing, I’m e (Eb)rise

be fore we fall.

(Be fore we (F7)fall.)

- volv ing through the (Eb)drugs

that you put down.

(That you put (F7)down.)

(Eb)Look ing for my Don na.

(Eb)Look ing for my Don na.

(Gm)Don na!

Donna (From 'Hair') by Galt MacDermot — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Donna (From 'Hair')” by Galt MacDermot 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 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 "Donna (From 'Hair')" 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 "Donna (From 'Hair')"?
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.
What other Galt MacDermot songs work for kids?
Try "Air (from 'Hair')", "Aquarius (from 'Hair')", "Black Boys (from 'Hair')". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.