Happiness

by The Fray

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(Dbsus2)Hap pi ness

was (Dbsus2)just out side my win dow.

I thought it’d crash

blow in’ (Dbsus2)eight y miles an hour.

But (Dbsus2)hap pi ness

is a lit tle more like knock in’

(Dbsus2)on your door;

(Dbsus2)you just let it in.

(Dbsus2)Hap pi ness

feels a lot like sor row.

Let it be;

you can’t (Dbsus2)make it come or go.

But (Dbsus2)you are gone,

not for good, but for now; and gone for now feels a lot like gone

for good.

Hap pi ness

is a fire crack er sit tin’ on my head board.

Hap pi ness

was (Dbsus2)nev er mine to hold.

(Dbsus2)Care ful, child;

light the fuse and get a way, ’cause (Dbsus2)hap pi ness

throws a show er of sparks.

(Fm7)Yeah,

(Fm7)yeah.

(Dbsus2)Hap pi ness

damn

near de stroys you, breaks your faith

to piec es on the floor.

So you (Dbsus2)tell your self

that’s e nough for now, but (Dbsus2)hap pi ness

has a vio lent roar.

(Dbsus2)Hap pi ness,

it’s like the old man told me:

(Dbsus2)Look for it,

and you’ll (Dbsus2)nev er find it all.

But (Dbsus2)let it go,

(Dbsus2)live your life and leave it.

(Dbsus2)Then one day

you’ll wake (Dbsus2)up and she’ll

be home,

home.

She’ll be,

she’ll

be,

she’ll be (Fm7)home.

She’ll be (Fm7)home.

She’ll be home.

She’ll be home.

She will be home,

yeah,

yeah.

She will be home,

yeah,

yeah.

She’ll be (Ab)home.

She’ll be home.

She’ll be.

Happiness by The Fray — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Happiness” by The Fray 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 Db at 75 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 "Happiness" 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 "Happiness"?
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 "Happiness" use?
Just 7 chords: Ab, Abpow, Db, Dbsus2, Eb, Ebm, Fm7. Take it one section at a time.
What other The Fray songs work for kids?
Try "HEARTBEAT", "FALL AWAY", "LOOK AFTER YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.