Everybody Wants To Rule The World

by Tears for Fears

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Lyrics

(F)Wel come to your life.

There’s no turn ing back.

E ven while we sleep

we will find you (Dm)act ing on your (Em)best be hav ior.

(F)Turn your back on (Em)Moth er Na ture.

(Dm)Ev ’ry (Em)bod y (F)wants to (G)rule the world.

(F)It’s my own de sign.

It’s my own re morse.

Help me to de cide:

help me make the (Dm)most of free dom (Em)and of pleas ure.

(F)Noth ing ev er (Em)lasts for ev er.

(Dm)Ev ’ry (Em)bod y (F)wants to (G)rule the world.

There’s a room where the (C)light won’t find you hold ing hands while the (C)walls come tum bling down.

When they do, I’ll be (Cmaj7)right be hind you.

So glad we’ve (Em)al most made it; so sad they (Em)had to fade it.

(Dm)Ev ’ry (Em)bod y (F)wants to (G)rule the...

(Dm)Ev ’ry (Em)bod y (F)wants to (G)rule the...

(Dm)Ev ’ry (Em)bod y (F)wants to (G)rule the world.

Everybody Wants To Rule The World by Tears for Fears — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Everybody Wants To Rule The World” by Tears for Fears 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 120 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 "Everybody Wants To Rule The World" 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 Wants To Rule The World"?
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.