Instant Karma

by John Lennon

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Lyrics

In stant Kar ma’s gon na get (Em)you,

gon na knock you right on the head.

You bet ter get (G)your self to geth er.

(Em)dar lin’.

Pret ty soon you’re gon (F)na be dead.

What in the world you think ing (Am)of

Laugh ing in the face of (Am)love,

what on earth you try’n to (Gm)do?

It’s (C)up to you,

yeah, you.

In stant Kar ma’s gon na get (Em)you,

gon na look you right in the face.

You bet ter get (G)your self to geth er, (Em)dar lin’.

Join ty the you’re gon (F)hu man race.

How in the world you gon na (Am)see?

Laugh in’ at the fools like (Am)me,

who on earth d’you think you (Gm)are,

a (C)up to you,

yeah, you.

su per star?

Well, al (D9)right, you are.

Well, we (F)all

(Am)shine

(Dm)on

like the (F)moon and the (Am)stars and the (Dm)sun.

Well, we (F)all

(Am)shine

(Dm)on.

(C)Ev ’ry one,

(D9)come on.

Sure ly not to live in pain and (Am)fear.

Why on earth are you there

when you’re (C)ev ’ry where?

Come and (Dm9)get your share.

Well, we (F)all

(Am)shine

(Dm)on

like the (F)moon and the (Am)stars and the (Dm)sun.

Well, we (F)all

(Am)shine

(Dm)on.

(C)Come on and on and on, (D)on,

yeah, yeah,

al right,

ah ha,

ah.

Well, we (F)all

(Am)shine

(Dm)on

like the (F)moon and the (Am)stars and the (Dm)sun.

Well, we (F)all

(Am)shine

(Dm)on.

(C)On and on and on and (D)on,

yeah, yeah,

al right,

ah ha,

ah.

Well, we (D9)on and on.

Well, we (F)all

(Am)shine

(Dm)on

like the (F)moon and the (Am)stars and the (Dm)sun.

Well, we (F)all

(Am)shine

(Dm)on

like the (F)moon and the (Am)stars and the (Dm)sun.

Well, we (F)all

(Am)shine

(Dm)on.

Instant Karma by John Lennon — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Instant Karma by John Lennon 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 80 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 "Instant Karma" 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 "Instant Karma"?
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 John Lennon songs work for kids?
Try "HAPPY XMAS", "STARTING OVER", "MIND GAMES". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.