I Wonder (Departure)

by ABBA

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Lyrics

This (Fmaj7)park

and these (G)hous

(C)es,

old (Fmaj7)streets

I have (D)walked,

(C)ev ’ry thing (F)dear,

(G)will it be (C)here,

(F)one day when I am re (Dm7)turn

ing?

My (Fmaj7)friends

will get (G)mar

(C)ried,

have (Fmaj7)chil

dren and (D)homes,

(C)it sounds so (F)nice,

(G)well planned and (C)wise,

(F)nev er ex pect ing sur (Dm7)mil

iar.

(Dm7)pris

(G7)es.

I won der,

it’s fright ’ning

leav ing (Dm7)now,

is (G7)that the (Gm7)right (C7)thing?

I (G)won der,

it (Am7)scares me,

(D9)but who the (E7)hell am (Am)I (Gm7)if I don’t ev

(C)en (F)try?

(G)I’m

not a (C)cow

(Am)ard,

oh (G7)no, I’ll be (C)strong,

one (G)chance

in a (C)life

(Am)time,

(Dm7)yes, I will take it, it (Dm7)can’t

go

(C)wrong.

(Dm7)yes, I will take it.

Yes, I will take it,

it (Dm7)can’t

(G7)go

(C)wrong.

I Wonder (Departure) by ABBA — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Wonder (Departure)” by ABBA 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 68 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 "I Wonder (Departure)" 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 "I Wonder (Departure)"?
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 ABBA songs work for kids?
Try "MONEY, MONEY, MONEY", "DOES YOUR MOTHER KNOW", "THE WINNER TAKES IT ALL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.