Earth Song

· by Michael Jackson

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Lyrics

What a bout (C#)sun rise?

world?

What a bout (C#)rain?

What a bout (C#)all the things that you (D#)said we were to gain?

What a bout (C#)kill ing fields?

Is there a (C#)time?

What a bout (C#)all the things that you (D#)said was yours and mine?

Did you (E)ev er stop to no (F#sus4)tice

all the (B)blood we’ve shed be fore?

Did you (C#m)ev er stop to no tice this cry ing (D#)Earth, this weep ing shore?

Ah,

ooh.

What have we (C#)done to world?

Look what we’ve (C#)done.

What a bout (C#)all the peace that you (D#)pledged your on ly son?

What a bout (C#)flow’r ing fields?

Is there a (C#)time?

What a bout (C#)all the dreams that you (D#)said was yours and mine?

Did you (E)ev er stop to no (F#sus4)tice

all the (B)child ren dead from war?

Did you (C#m)ev er stop to no tice this cry ing (D#)Earth, this weep ing shore?

Ah,

ooh.

ooh.

Ah,

ooh.

(C#m)I used to dream,

I used to (B)glance be yond the stars.

(C#m)Now I don’t know where we are,

al (D#)though I know we’ve drift ed Ah, far.

ooh.

Ah,

ooh.

Ah,

ooh.

Ah,

ooh.

(Bbm)us?) What a bout yes (Eb)ho ter day?

(What a bout (Bbm)us?) What a bout dis (Eb)ease?

(What a bout (Bbm)us?) The heav ens are fall ing down.

(What a bout (Bbm)us?) I can’t e ven (Eb)breathe.

(What a bout (Bbm)us?) What a bout ev ’ry thing (What a bout (Bbm)us?) ra vag ing the (Eb)seas?

(What a bout (Bbm)us?) What a bout for est trails,

burnt des pite our pleas?

(What a bout (Bbm)us?) What a bout the (Eb)ho ly land (What a bout (Bbm)us?) torn a part by (Eb)creed?

(What a bout (Bbm)us?) The Where ens did we go wrong?

(What a bout (Bbm)us?) Some one tell me (Eb)why.

(What a bout (Bbm)us?) What a bout ba by boy?

(What a bout (Bbm)us?) What a bout the (Eb)days?

(What a bout (Bbm)us?) What a bout all their joy?

burnt des pite our pleas?

(What a bout Do we give a damn?

Ah,

ooh.

Ah,

ooh.

Earth Song by Michael Jackson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Earth Song” by Michael Jackson 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 70 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 "Earth Song" 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 "Earth Song"?: 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 Michael Jackson songs work for kids?: Try "MAN IN THE MIRROR", "YOU ROCK MY WORLD", "LOVING YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.