How Far We've Come

by Matchbox Twenty

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I’m wak in’ up at the start of the end of the world, but it’s feel ing just like (G)ev ’ry oth er morn in’ be fore.

Now I won der what my life is gon na mean if it’s gone.

The cars are mov in’ like a half a mile an hour and I start ed star in’ at the (G)pas sen gers who’re wav in’ good bye.

Can you tell me what was ev er real ly spe cial a bout me all this time?

But, (Am)I be lieve the world is burn ing to the (F)ground.

Oh well, I guess we’re gon na find (C)out.

Let’s see how far we’ve come.

Let’s see how far we’ve come.

Well, (Am)I be lieve it all is com in’ to an (F)end.

Oh well, I guess we’re gon na pre (C)tend.

Let’s see how far we’ve come.

Let’s see how far we’ve come.

I think it turned ten o’ clock but I don’t real ly know.

Then I can’t re mem ber (G)car in’ for an hour or so.

Start ed cry in’ and I could n’t stop my self.

I start ed run nin’ but there’s no where to run to.

I sat down on the street, took a look at my self.

Said, “Where you go in’ man?

You (G)know the world is head ed for hell.” Say your good byes if you got some one you can say good bye to.

It’s (Am)gone, gone.

Ba by, (C)it’s all gone.

There’s (F)no one in the cor ner and there’s no one at home.

Well, it was (Am)cool, cool.

It was (C)just all cool.

Now it’s (F)o ver for me and it’s (Em)o ver for you.

Well, it’s (Am)gone, gone.

Ba by, (C)it’s all gone.

There’s (F)no one in the cor ner and there’s (Em)no one at home.

Well, it was (Am)cool, cool.

It was (C)just all cool.

Now, it’s (F)o ver for me and it’s (E7)o ver for you.

(Am)I be lieve the world is burn ing to the (F)ground.

Oh well, I guess we’re gon na find (C)out.

Let’s see how far we’ve come.

Let’s see how far we’ve come.

Well, (Am)I be lieve it all is com in’ to an (F)end.

Oh well, I guess we’re gon na pre (C)tend.

Let’s see how far we’ve come.

Let’s see how far we’ve come.

Let’s see how far we’ve come.

Let’s see how far we’ve come.

Let’s see how far we’ve come.

Let’s see how far we’ve come.

Let’s see how far we’ve come.

Let’s see how far we’ve come.

Let’s see how far we’ve come.

How Far We've Come by Matchbox Twenty — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “How Far We've Come” by Matchbox Twenty 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 160 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 "How Far We've Come" 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 "How Far We've Come"?
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 "How Far We've Come" use?
Just 7 chords: Am, C, E7, Em, F, G, Gsus4. Take it one section at a time.
What other Matchbox Twenty songs work for kids?
Try "BRIGHT LIGHTS", "IF YOU'RE GONE", "UNWELL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.