Go The Distance (From Disney's Hercules)

· by Michael Bolton

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I have (C)of (D)ten (G)dreamed of a (C)far (D)off (G)place where a (C)he (D)ro’s (Em7)wel come would be (D)wait ing for me, where the (C)crowds (D)will cheer

when they (C)see my (Em)face, and a (C)voice (B)keeps (Em)say ing (G)this is (D)where I’m meant to be.

I’ll be (G)there some day.

(D)I can go the dis tance.

I will (Am)find my way No, I (D)if I can be strong.

I know (G)ev ’ry mile

will be (Em7)worth my (Am7)while.

When I (C)go (D)the (G)dis (D)tance, (Em)I’ll (G)be (C)right where I be (C)long.

Down an (C)un (D)known (G)road to em (C)brace (D)my (G)fate, though that (C)road (D)may (Em7)wan der, it will (D)lead me to you.

And a (C)thou (D)sand years

would be (C)worth the (Em)wait.

It might (C)take (B)a (Em)life time, (G)but some (D)how I’ll see it through.

And I (G)won’t look back.

(D)I can go the dis tance.

And I’ll (Am)stay on track.

No, I (D)won’t ac cept de feat.

It’s an (G)up hill slope,

but I (Em7)worth my (Am7)while.

When I (C)go (D)the (G)dis (D)tance, (Em)I’ll (G)be (C)right where I be (C)long.

Down an (Em7)won’t lose hope

till I (C)go (D)the (G)dis (D)tance (Em)and (G)my (D)jour ney is com (C)plete.

But to (Eb)look be yond the glo ry is the (D)hard est part,

for a (C)he ro’s strength is meas ured by his (B)heart.

Like a (G)shoot ing star,

(C)I will go the dis tance.

I will (G)search the world.

(C)I will face its harms.

I (G)don’t care how far.

(Em)I can go the dis tance till I (C)find (D)my (G)he (D)ro’s (Em)wel (G)come (C)wait ing (Dsus)in

your (G5)arms.

I will (G)search the world.

I will (Em7)face it’s harms

till I (C)find (D)my (G)he (D)ro’s (Em)wel (G)come (D7sus)wait ing in

your (C)arms.

Go The Distance (From Disney's Hercules) by Michael Bolton — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Go The Distance (From Disney's Hercules)” by Michael Bolton 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 G at 80 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.
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Frequently asked questions

Is "Go The Distance (From Disney's Hercules)" 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 "Go The Distance (From Disney's Hercules)"?: 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.
What other Michael Bolton songs work for kids?: Try "HOW AM I SUPPOSED TO LIVE WITHOUT YOU", "HOW CAN WE BE LOVERS", "Go The Distance". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.