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If It Makes You Happy

· by Sheryl Crow

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Lyrics

I’ve been long,

a long way from here.

(G)Put on a pon cho, played for mos qui tos, and (G)drank ’til I was thirst y a gain.

We went search ing

through thrift store jun gles,

found Ge (Gsus)ron i mo’s ri fle, the Mar i lyn’s sham poo and (G)Ben ny Good man’s cor set and pen.

Well, O.

K.,

I made this (D)up.

I (C)prom ised you I’d nev er give up.

If it makes you hap py,

it can’t be that bad.

If it makes you hap py,

then why the hell are you so sad?

You get down,

a real low from down.

(G)You lis ten to trane, de rail your own train.

Well, (G)who ’til has n’t been there be fore?

I come ’round, ing

a round the hard way.

Bring you (Gsus)com ics in bed, scrape the mold off the bread, tos, and (G)serve you french man’s toast set a gain.

Well, O.

K.,

I still get (D)stoned.

I’m (C)not the kind of girl you’d take home.

If it makes you hap py,

it can’t be that bad.

If it makes you hap py,

then why the hell are you so sad?

You get down, sad?

If it makes you hap py,

it can’t be that bad.

If it makes you hap py,

then why the hell are you so sad?

We’ve been

sad?

If It Makes You Happy by Sheryl Crow — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “If It Makes You Happy” by Sheryl Crow 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 G at 96 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 "If It Makes You Happy" 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 It Makes You Happy"?: 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 It Makes You Happy" use?: Just 7 chords: Am7, C, C9, D, Em, G, Gsus4. Take it one section at a time.
What other Sheryl Crow songs work for kids?: Try "STEVE McQUEEN", "MY FAVORITE MISTAKE", "REAL GONE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.