Good People

by Jack Johnson

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Good People

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Jack Johnson100 BPM

Lyrics

Well, you win; it’s your show now, so (G)what’s it gon na be?

’Cause peo ple will tune in.

How man y train wrecks (G)do we need to see be fore we lose touch?

Oh, and (G)we thought this was low.

Well, it’s bad, get tin’ worse, oh.

(G)Where’d all the good peo ple (C)go?

I’ve been (G)chang ing chan nels; I don’t see them on the T V shows.

(G)Where’d all the good peo ple (C)go?

We got (G)heaps and heaps of what we sow.

They got (C)this and that with a (F)rat tle a tat.

Test ing, one, two.

Man, what cha gon na do?

Bad (C)news, mis used, got (F)too much to lose.

(Dm)Gim me some truth; now whose side are we on?

What (C)ev er you say.

Turn on the (Dm)boob tube; I’m in the (G)mood to o bey.

So, (C)lead me a stray.

And by the way now...

(G)Where’d all the good peo ple

Sit ting ’round, feel ing far a (C7)way.

So far a way, but I can feel the de (G)bris.

Can you feel (Gb7)it?

You in ter rupt me from a (C7)friend ly con ver sa tion

to tell me how great it’s all gon na (G)be.

You might no (C7)tice some hes i ta tion (C#7)’cause it’s im por tant to you; it’s not im por tant to me.

Mm, mm, mm, mm.

Way down by the (C7)edge of yo ur rea son, well, it’s be gin ning to show,

and (F)all I real ly wan na know is, (G)where’d all the good peo ple (C)go?

I’ve been (G)chang ing chan nels; I don’t see them on the T V shows.

(G)Where’d all the good peo ple (C)go?

We got (G)heaps and heaps of what we sow.

They got (C)this and that with a (F)rat tle a tat.

Test ing, one, two.

Man, what cha gon na do?

Bad (C)news, mis used, (F)give me some truth.

You got (Dm)too much to lose.

Whose side are we on to (C)day, an y way?

O kay, what (F)ev er you say.

(Dm)Wrong or res o lute but in the (G)mood to o bey.

(C)Sta tion to sta (F)tion, de sen si (Dm)tiz ing the na (G)tion.

Where’d all the good peo ple...

(C)Go ing, go ing, gone.

Good People by Jack Johnson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Good People” by Jack Johnson 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 184 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 "Good People" 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 "Good People"?
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 Jack Johnson songs work for kids?
Try "Monsoon", "Flake", "If I Had Eyes". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.