Heaven Is Ten Zillion Light Years Away

by Stevie Wonder

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They say that heav en is

is ten zil lion light years a way

and just the pure at heart

shine God’s walk her right in eous ev streets some soul?

day.

They say that heav en is

ten zil a lion light years er man?

a way,

but if there is a God

we need Him now.

“Where is your God?”

That’s what my friends ask me

and I say it’s (Gm7)tak en Him so long ’cause we’ve (Bb)got so far to come.

Tell me, peo ple, Why can’t they say that hate

is ten zil lion light years a way?

Why can’t the light of good

shine God’s walk her right in eous ev ’ry some soul?

day.

Why must my col or black

make zil a lion less years er man?

a way,

I thought this world was made

for ev ’ry man;

He loves us all.

That’s what my God tells me

and I say it’s (Gm7)tak en Him so long ’cause we’ve (Bb)got so far to come.

Tell me, peo ple,

But in my heart I can feel it,

yeah,

feel His (Dm)spir it,

whoa, oh, whoa,

(F)feel it,

yeah,

feel His (Dm)spir it.

(Gb)I can’t say that heav en is

ten zil lion light years a way,

but if so, let all be pure at heart

just to walk her right eous streets I pray.

Let God’s love shine with in

to save our e vil souls.

For those who don’t be lieve

will nev er see the light.

Where is my God?

He lives in side of me,

and I say it’s (Abm7)tak en Him so long ’cause we’ve (Cb)got so far to come.

Now peo ple where is your God?

In side, please let Him be.

And I say it’s (Abm7)tak en Him so long ’cause we’ve (Cb)got so far to come.

But if you o pen your heart you can feel it, yeah, yeah,

feel His (Ebm)spir it,

wow, oh wow.

(Gb)Feel it,

you can feel His (Ebm)spir it.

I o pened my heart one morn in’ and I sho’ nuff’ could (Gb)feel it,

yeah, yeah,

feel His (Ebm)spir it.

You can (Gb)feel it,

yeah,

feel His (Ebm)spir it.

You can (Gb)feel it,

yeah,

feel His (Gb)feel it!

Heaven Is Ten Zillion Light Years Away by Stevie Wonder — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Heaven Is Ten Zillion Light Years Away” by Stevie Wonder 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 Bb at 100 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "Heaven Is Ten Zillion Light Years Away" 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 "Heaven Is Ten Zillion Light Years Away"?
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 "Heaven Is Ten Zillion Light Years Away" use?
Just 23 chords: Aaug, Ab7, Abm, Abm7, Am, B7, Bb, Bb7, +15 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Stevie Wonder songs work for kids?
Try "NGICULELA-ES UNA HISTORIA I AM SINGING", "PART TIME LOVER", "JOY INSIDE MY TEARS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.