If You Want To Sing Out, Sing Out

· by Cat Stevens

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Well, if you (C)want to sing out, sing out.

And (G)if you (C)want to be (G)free, be free.

’Cause there’s a (Dm)mil lion (Am)things to be.

You (C)know that there are.

And if you (C)want to live high, live high.

And (G)if you (C)want to live (G)low, live low.

’Cause there’s a (Dm)mil lion (Am)ways to go.

You (C)know that there are.

You can do what you want.

The op por tu ni ty’s on.

And if you find a new way,

you can do it to day.

You can make it all (F)true.

And you can make it un do,

(Am)you see.

Ah,

it’s eas y.

Ah,

you on ly need to know.

Well, if you (C)want to say yes, say yes.

And (G)if you (C)want to say (G)no, say no.

’Cause there’s a (Dm)mil lion (Am)ways to go.

You (C)know that there are.

And if you (C)want to be me, be me.

And (G)if you (C)want to be (G)you, be you.

’Cause there’s a (Dm)mil lion (Am)things to do.

You (C)know that there are.

You can do what you want.

The op por tu ni ty’s on.

And if you find a new way,

you can do it to day.

You can make it all (F)true.

And you can make it un do,

(Am)you see.

Ah,

it’s eas y.

Ah,

you on ly need to know.

Well, if you

Well, if you (C)want to sing out, sing out.

And (G)if you (C)want to be (G)free, be free.

’Cause there’s a (Dm)mil lion (Am)things to be.

You (C)know that there are, you know that there are, you know that there are, you know that there (C)are,

you know that (G)there are.

If You Want To Sing Out, Sing Out by Cat Stevens — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “If You Want To Sing Out, Sing Out” by Cat Stevens 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 110 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 You Want To Sing Out, Sing Out" 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 You Want To Sing Out, Sing Out"?: 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 Cat Stevens songs work for kids?: Try "MATTHEW AND SON", "WHERE DO THE CHILDREN PLAY", "WILD WORLD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.