In Spite Of Ourselves

by John Prine

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She don’t like her eggs all run ny, she thinks cross ing her legs is fun ny.

(F)She looks down up her nose at mon ey, she (C)gets it on sail or like the Eas ter Bun ny.

She (G7)She’s my ba by, I’m her hon ey, I’m nev er gon na let her (C)go.

He ain’t got laid in a month of Sun days.

A Caught him once and he was sniff ing my un dies.

He (F)ain’t as too a sharp but he gets zy things a done.

(C)Drinks day his beer and like it’s ox ing y gen.

moon.

(G7)He’s my ba by and I’m his hon ey, nev er gon na let him go.

In spite of our (F)selves,

we’ll end up sit ting on a (C)rain bow.

A gainst all (G7)odds,

hon ey, we’re the big door prize.

We’re gon na (F)spite

our nos es right off of our (C)fac es.

There won’t be noth ing but big old hearts danc ing in our (C)eyes.

(C)eyes.

In spite of our (F)selves,

we’ll end up sit ting on a (C)rain bow.

A gainst all (G7)odds,

hon ey, we’re the big door prize.

We’re gon na (F)spite

our nos es right off of our (C)fac es.

There won’t be noth ing but big old hearts danc ing in our (C)eyes.

There won’t be noth ing but big old hearts danc ing in our (C)eyes.

In Spite Of Ourselves by John Prine — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “In Spite Of Ourselves by John Prine 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 74 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 "In Spite Of Ourselves" 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 "In Spite Of Ourselves"?
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 "In Spite Of Ourselves" use?
Just 4 chords: C, Csus4, F, G7. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other John Prine songs work for kids?
Try "SAM STONE", "HELLO IN THERE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.