If I Had Eyes

by Jack Johnson

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(D6)If I had eyes in the (A6)back of my head, I would have (G6)told you that you looked good as I (Em7)walked a way.

And (D6)if you could have tried to trust the (A6)hand that fed, you would have (G6)nev er been hun gry but you’d (Em7)nev er real ly be.

(D)More of this or less of this or (A)is there an y dif f’rence?

Or (G)are we just hold ing on to (Em)things that we don’t have an y (A)more?

Some times (D)time does n’t (Em)heal.

(G)No, not at all.

It just stands (Em)still

(G)while we fall.

In or out of love a (G)gain, I doubt I’m gon na win you back when you’ve got (G)eyes like that, that won’t let me in.

Al ways look ing out.

(Oo,

oo, oo, (G)oo, oo.

(D)Oo,

oo,

oo, oo, (G)oo, oo.)

A (D)lot of peo ple spend their (A)time just float ing.

(G)We were vic tims, to (Em)geth er but lone ly.

(D)You’ve got hun gry eyes that (A)just can’t look for ward.

Can’t (G)give them e nough, but we (Em)just can’t start o ver.

(D)Build ing with bent nails, we’re (A)fall ing but hold ing.

(G)I don’t want to take up (Em)an y more of your (A)time.

Time, time, time.

Some times (G)oo, oo.)

Al ways look ing (D)(Oo, out.

oo,

oo, oo, (G)oo, oo.)

Al ways look ing (D)(Oo, out.

oo,

oo, oo, (G)oo, oo.)

Al ways look ing (D)(Woo woo woo woo woo woo woo woo woo, woo woo woo woo woo woo woo woo woo woo.)

If I Had Eyes by Jack Johnson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “If I Had Eyes by Jack Johnson 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 D 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 "If I Had Eyes" 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 "If I Had Eyes"?
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 "If I Had Eyes" use?
Just 8 chords: A, A6, D, D6, Em, Em7, G, G6. Take it one section at a time.
What other Jack Johnson songs work for kids?
Try "Monsoon", "Flake", "Bubble Toes". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.