Down To Earth

by Peter Gabriel

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Lyrics

Did you (C)think that your (D)feet (C)had been (C)bound

by (D)what (C)grav i ty (D)brings (C)to (D)the ground?

(D)Did you (Am)feel you were (F)tricked by the (Am)fu ture you (F)picked?

Well, come on (C)down.

(D)All these (Am)rules don’t ap (F)ply when you’re (Am)high in the (F)sky; so come on (C)down,

(D)come on (C)down.

We’re com ing (Am)down to the ground,

there’s no (Am)bet ter place to (D)go.

We’ve got (Am)snow up on the (D)moun tains, we’ve got (Am)riv ers down be (D)low.

We’re com ing (Am)down to the ground to hear the (Am)birds sing ing in the (D)trees.

And the (Am)land will be looked (D)af ter; we’ll send the (Am)seeds out in the (D)breeze.

Down To Earth by Peter Gabriel — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Down To Earth” by Peter Gabriel 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 118 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Down To Earth" 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 "Down To Earth"?
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 "Down To Earth" use?
Just 4 chords: Am, C, D, F. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Peter Gabriel songs work for kids?
Try "SLEDGEHAMMER", "IN YOUR EYES", "COME TALK TO ME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.