Every Teardrop Is A Waterfall

by Coldplay

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I turn the (Dsus2)mu sic (E7)up, I’ve got my (Dsus2)rec ords (E7)on, I shut the (A)world out (A)side un til the (A)lights come (A)on.

May be the (Dsus2)streets a (E7)light, may be the (Dsus2)trees are (E7)gone, but I feel my (A)heart start (A)beat ing to my (A)fav ’rite (A)song.

And all the (D)kids, they dance, may be I’m (D)kids, all night, may be I’m (Asus)Mon day (A)morn ing feels an (Asus)oth er (A)life.

I turn the (F#sus)mu sic (F#m)up, I’m on a (F#sus)roll this (F#m)time and (D)heav en is in sight.

I turn the (D)the drals in my heart.

As we (D)saw,

whoa, this light,

I swear (F#m)you

e merge blink ing in to, to (D)tell me it’s al right.

As we soar

walls,

ev ’ry si ren is a (F#m)sym

pho ny.

And ev ’ry tear’s a (D)wa

ter fall, is a wa ter fall.

Oh, is a wa ter fall.

Oh,

is a wa ter fall.

It is, it (D)is, is a wa ter fall.

Oh.

So you can’t hurt,

hurt me bad.

But still I’ll raise

the flag.

(D)Ooh.

It was a (A)wa

ter fall.

A (A)wa

ter fall.

(A)Hey!

(A)Hey!

Ev ’ry tear,

ev ’ry tear,

ev ’ry tear drop is a wa ter fall.

Ev ’ry tear,

ev ’ry tear, (A)ev ’ry tear drop is a wa ter fall.

Ev ’ry tear,

ev ’ry tear,

ev ’ry tear drop is a wa ter fall.

Ev ’ry tear,

ev ’ry tear, (A)ev ’ry tear drop is a wa ter fall.

wa ter fall.

Every Teardrop Is A Waterfall by Coldplay — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Every Teardrop Is A Waterfall by Coldplay 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 A at 118 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 "Every Teardrop Is A Waterfall" 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 "Every Teardrop Is A Waterfall"?
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 "Every Teardrop Is A Waterfall" use?
Just 10 chords: A, Amaj7, Asus4, D, D6, Dsus2, E, E7, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Coldplay songs work for kids?
Try "Everglow", "HYMN FOR THE WEEKEND", "FIX YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.