Here Is Gone

by Goo Goo Dolls

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(Am7)You and I got some thin’ but it’s all and then it’s noth in’ to me,

yeah

And (Am7)I’ve got my de fens es when it comes to your in ten tions for me,

yeah.

And we wake up in the break down of the things we nev er thought we could be,

yeah.

I’m not the one who broke you.

I’m not the one you should fear.

What do you got to move you dar lin’?

I thought I lost you some where but you were nev er real ly (C)ev er there at all.

And (C5)I want to get (G)free.

Talk to me.

I can feel you fall ing.

And (C5)I want ed to (G)be all you need.

Some how here is gone.

(Am7)I have no sol u tion to the sound of this pol lu tion in me

yeah.

And (Am7)I was not the an swer so for (C)get you ev er thought it was me,

yeah.

And I don’t (C)need the fall out of (C)all the past that’s (G)in be tween us.

And I’m not (C)hold ing on.

And (C)all your (G)lies weren’t e (Am7)nough to (C)keep me here.

And (C5)I want to get (G)free.

Talk to me.

I can feel you fall ing.

And (C)I want ed to (G)be all you need.

Some how here is gone, yeah.

And (C5)I want to get (G)free.

Talk to me.

I can feel you fall ing.

Well I know it’s out there.

Well I know it’s out there.

And I can feel you fall ing.

Ahh, it’s out there.

Ahh, it’s out there.

Some how here is gone, yeah.

Ahh, it’s out there.

Ahh, it’s out there.

Some how here is gone, yeah.

Here Is Gone by Goo Goo Dolls — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Here Is Gone” by Goo Goo Dolls 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 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 "Here Is Gone" 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 "Here Is Gone"?
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 "Here Is Gone" use?
Just 6 chords: Am7, Am9, C, Cpow, Dpow, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Goo Goo Dolls songs work for kids?
Try "BLACK BALLOON", "BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE", "STAY WITH YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.