Get Up Stand Up

by Bob Marley

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Lyrics

(Cm)Get up, stand up,

stand up for your right.

Get up, stand up,

stand up give for your right.

Get up, stand up,

stand up for your right.

Get up, stand up,

don’t give up the fight.

We’re Preach er man, don’t tell me and skism game.

heav en is un der the earth.

sus’ name, Lord.

I know you don’t know stand.

what life is real ly worth.

ing man.

Is not all that glit ters is gold?

And half the sto ry has nev er been told.

So now you see the light, aay.

gon na Stand up for your right.

Come on, (Cm)get up, stand up,

stand up for your right.

Get up, stand up,

don’t up give up the fight.

Get up, stand up,

stand up for your right.

Get up, stand up,

don’t give up the fight.

We’re sick Most peo ple think m and skism game.

great God will come from the sky, sus’ name, Lord.

take a way ev thing, stand.

and ev ’ry bod y feel ing man.

You can But you know what life is

but you would all look peo for yours on earth.

And now you see the light.

You gon na stand up for your right.

Yah, on, stand up for our right.

So you’d bet ter get up, stand up,

stand up for your right.

Get up, stand up,

don’t give up the fight.

Get up, stand up,

stand up for your right.

Get up, stand up,

don’t give up the fight.

Get Up Stand Up by Bob Marley — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Get Up Stand Up” by Bob Marley 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 Eb at 72 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 "Get Up Stand Up" 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 "Get Up Stand Up"?
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 "Get Up Stand Up" use?
Just 2 chords: C, Cm. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Bob Marley songs work for kids?
Try "NO WOMAN NO CRY", "WAITING IN VAIN", "I SHOT THE SHERIFF". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.