Ghost

by Ingrid Michaelson

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Do you re mem ber when the (A)walls fell?

Do you re mem ber the sound that the door made when you closed it on me?

Do you know ing that I (A)went down to the ground, ing land ed on both my bro ken heart ed knees?

I (G)did (A)n’t (Bm)e ven (A)cry

be cause (G)piec (A)es (Bm)of me (G)had al read y died.

I’m a (Bm)ghost

haunt ing these halls, climb ing up walls that I (Em7)nev er knew were (A)there.

And I’m (Bm)lost,

bro ken down the (A)mid dle of my (Bm11)heart, heart.

I’m bro ken down the (A)mid dle of my (Bm11)heart, heart, heart.

You know you (A)make me a ghost.

You make me a ghost.

I’m an in vis i ble dis (A)as ter.

I keep re try ing to walk but my feet don’t find the sol id on ground.

It’s like liv ing in a (A)bad dream;

I keep try ing to but my tongue has fi n’lly lost its sound.

I’ve (G)got (A)to (Bm)say good (A)bye

to the (G)piec (A)es (Bm)of me (G)that have read y died.

I’m a (Bm)ghost

haunt ing these halls, climb ing these walls that I (Em7)nev er knew were (A)there.

And I’m (Bm)lost,

bro ken down the (A)mid dle of my (Bm11)heart, heart.

I’m bro ken down the (A)mid dle of my (Bm11)heart, heart, heart.

You know you (A)make me a ghost.

You make me a ghost.

Oh, you make me a ghost.

You make me a ghost.

You make me a ghost.

(Bm7)I don’t (A)cry.

(Bm)I don’t (A)try an y more.

I’m a (Bm)ghost.

I’m a (Bm)ghost.

And I’m (Bm)lost,

bro ken down the (A)mid dle of my (Bm11)heart, heart.

I’m bro ken down the (A)mid dle.

I’m a

You make me a ghost.

Ghost by Ingrid Michaelson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Ghost” by Ingrid Michaelson 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 B 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 "Ghost" 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 "Ghost"?
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 "Ghost" use?
Just 11 chords: A, Bm, Bm7, Bm9, Bmin, D, Dsus4, Em, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Ingrid Michaelson songs work for kids?
Try "OVER YOU", "GIRLS CHASE BOYS", "Everybody". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.