Is "Emotions" 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 "Emotions"?

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 "Emotions" use?

Just 12 chords: Am, Am7, Bb, C, C7, D7, Dm7, E7, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Mariah Carey songs work for kids?

Try "THANK GOD I FOUND YOU", "ALWAYS BE MY BABY", "MY ALL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Emotions

· by Mariah Carey

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Lyrics

(Fmaj7)You’ve got me (Em7)feel ing e (Am)mo tions

(Fmaj7)deep er than I’ve (Em7)ev er dreamed (Am)of.

Whoa, oh.

(Fmaj7)You’ve got me (Em7)feel ing (Am)e mo tions

(Fmaj7)high er than the (Em7)heav ens a (Am)bove.

I feel good, (Em7)ing

I feel nice.

I’ve nev er felt so sat is fied.

I’m in love, mid dle I’m a live.

In tox i cat ed, fly ing high.

It feels like a (E7)dream

when you (Am7)touch me ten der (D7sus)ly.

I don’t know if it’s real real

but I (Dm7)like the way I feel in (F)side.

(Fmaj7)You’ve got me (Em7)feel ing e (Am)mo tions

(Fmaj7)deep er than I’ve (Em7)ev er dreamed (Am)of.

Whoa, oh.

(Fmaj7)You’ve got me (Em7)feel ing (Am)e mo tions

(Fmaj7)high er than the (Em7)heav ens a (Am)bove.

In the morn (Em7)ing

when I rise

you are the first thing

on my mind.

And in the mid dle

of the night

I feel your heart beat

next to mind.

It feels like a (E7)dream

when you (Am7)love me ten der (D7sus)ly.

I don’t know if you’re for real

but I (Dm7)like the way I feel in (F)side.

(F)side.

(Fmaj7)You’ve got me (Em7)feel ing e (Am)mo tions

(Fmaj7)deep er than I’ve (Em7)ev er dreamed (Am)of.

Whoa, oh.

(Fmaj7)You’ve got me (Em7)feel ing (Am)e mo tions

(Fmaj7)high er than the (Em7)heav ens a (Am)bove.

(Fmaj7)You’ve got me (Em7)feel ing e (Am)mo tions

(Fmaj7)deep er than I’ve (Em7)ev er dreamed (Am)of.

Whoa, oh.

(Fmaj7)You’ve got me (Em7)feel ing (Am)e mo tions

(Fmaj7)high er than the (Em7)heav ens a (Am)bove.

You know the way to (C)make me lose con trol.

When you’re look ing in (F)to my eyes (E7sus)you make me feel so (E7)high!

(Fmaj7)You’ve got me (Em7)feel ing e (Am)mo tions

(Fmaj7)deep er than I’ve (Em7)ev er dreamed (Am)of.

Whoa, oh.

(Fmaj7)You’ve got me (Em7)feel ing (Am)e mo tions

(Fmaj7)high er than the (Em7)heav ens a (Am)bove.

(Fmaj7)You’ve got me (Em7)feel ing e (Am)mo tions

(Fmaj7)deep er than I’ve (Em7)ev er dreamed (Am)of.

Whoa, oh.

(Fmaj7)You’ve got me (Em7)feel ing (Am)e mo tions

(Fmaj7)high er than the (Em7)heav ens a (Am)bove.

You’ve got me feel ing (CN.C.)high er.

Emotions by Mariah Carey — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Emotions” by Mariah Carey 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 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 "Emotions" 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 "Emotions"?: 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 "Emotions" use?: Just 12 chords: Am, Am7, Bb, C, C7, D7, Dm7, E7, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Mariah Carey songs work for kids?: Try "THANK GOD I FOUND YOU", "ALWAYS BE MY BABY", "MY ALL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.