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Everybody Is A Star

· by Sly And The Family Stone

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Lyrics

Ev ’ry bod y is a (Am7)star

through the rain and chase the (Eb)dust a (Bb)way.

Ev ’ry bod y wants to (Am7)shine,

who’ll come out on a (Eb)cloud y (Bb)day.

Till the son that loves you (Am7)proud,

when the sys tem tries to (Eb)bring you (Bb)down.

Ev ’ry hand to (Am7)shine to night,

you don’t need dark ness to (Eb)do what you think is (F)right.

Ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba, (G)ooh.

Ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba

Ev ’ry bod y is a (Am7)star.

I can feel it when you (Eb)shine on (Bb)me.

I love you for who you (Am7)are,

not the one you feel you (Eb)need to (Bb)be.

Nev er catch a fall ing (Am7)star.

Ain’t no stop pin’ till it’s (Eb)in the (F)ground.

Ev ’ry bod y is a (Am7)star,

one big cir cle go in’ (Eb)round and (F)round.

Ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba, (G)ooh.

Everybody Is A Star by Sly And The Family Stone — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Everybody Is A Star” by Sly And The Family Stone 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 Ab at 90 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 "Everybody Is A Star" 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 "Everybody Is A Star"?: 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 "Everybody Is A Star" use?: Just 11 chords: Ab, Am7, B7, Bb, C, Dm, Eb, Em, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Sly And The Family Stone songs work for kids?: Try "IF YOU WANT ME TO STAY", "FAMILY AFFAIR", "THANK YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.