Is "Emotion" 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 "Emotion"?

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 "Emotion" use?

Just 10 chords: Bm, D, D#dim7, D6, Dmaj7, Em7, Em9, F#m, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Bee Gees songs work for kids?

Try "SECRET LOVE", "YOU WIN AGAIN", "ALONE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Emotion

· by Bee Gees

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Lyrics

It’s (D)o ver and done,

but the (D6)heart ache lives on in side,

oh,

and (Em7)who is the one you’re cling ing to in stead of me to night?

star.

And where are you (Em7)now,

now that I need you?

Tears on my pil low, wher ev er you go.

I cry me a riv er that leads to your o cean.

You nev er see me (Em7)fall a part.

In the words of a bro ken heart, it’s just e (Bm)mo tion that’s tak en me o ver, tied up in sor row, lost in my soul.

And if you don’t come back, come (F#m7)home to me, dar ling, you know that there’ll be (Em7)no bod y left in this world to hold me tight,

no bod y left in this world to kiss good night.

Good night, good night, good night,

good night.

I’m (D)here at your side,

I’m the (D6)part of all the you are,

oh,

and (Em7)you had a part of some one else; you’re gon na find your ing star.

And where are you (Em7)now,

now that I need you?

Tears on my pil low, wher ev er you go.

I cry me a riv er that leads to your o cean.

You nev er see me (Em7)fall a part.

In the words of a bro ken heart, it’s just e (Bm)mo tion that’s tak en me o ver, tied up in sor row, lost in my soul.

And if you don’t come back, come (F#m7)home to me, dar ling, you know that there’ll be (Em7)no bod y left in this world to hold me tight,

no bod y left in this world to kiss good night.

Good night, good night, good night,

good night.

I’m good night.

In the words of a bro ken heart, it’s just e (Bm)mo tion that’s tak en me o ver, tied up in sor row, lost in my soul.

And if you don’t come back, come (F#m7)home to me, dar ling, you know that there’ll be (Em7)no bod y left in this world to hold me tight,

no bod y left in this world to kiss good night.

It’s just e (Bm)mo tion that’s tak en me o ver, tied up in sor row, lost in my soul.

And if you don’t come back, come (F#m7)home to me, dar ling, you know that there’ll be (Em7)no bod y left in this world to hold me tight,

no bod y left in this world to kiss good night.

It’s just e good night.

Good night, good night, good night,

good night.

Emotion by Bee Gees — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Emotion” by Bee Gees 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 D 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 "Emotion" 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 "Emotion"?: 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 "Emotion" use?: Just 10 chords: Bm, D, D#dim7, D6, Dmaj7, Em7, Em9, F#m, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Bee Gees songs work for kids?: Try "SECRET LOVE", "YOU WIN AGAIN", "ALONE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.