Into The Mystic

by Van Morrison

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Lyrics

We were born be fore the wind,

al so young er than the sun,

ere the bon ny boat was won, as we sailed in to the (Eb)mys tic.

Hark now, hear the sail ors cry.

Smell the sea and feel the sky.

Let your soul and spir it fly in to the (Eb)mys tic.

And when that fog horn (Ab)blows,

I will be (Eb)com ing home.

And when that fog horn (Ab)blows,

I wan na (Bb)hear it.

I don’t have to (Bb)fear it, and I

wan na rock your gyp sy soul,

just like way back in the days of old.

And mag nif i cent ly we will flow in to the (Eb)mys tic.

And when that fog horn (Ab)blows,

I will be (Eb)com ing home.

And when that fog horn (Ab)blows,

I wan na (Bb)hear it.

I don’t have to (Bb)fear it, and I

wan na rock your gyp sy soul,

just like way back in the days of old.

And to geth er we will flow will flow in to the (Eb)mys tic.

Too late to stop now.

Into The Mystic by Van Morrison — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Into The Mystic” by Van Morrison 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 Ab at 84 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 "Into The Mystic" 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 "Into The Mystic"?
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 "Into The Mystic" use?
Just 8 chords: Ab, Bb, Bb7, Eb, Ebsus2, Ebsus4, Gb, Gm. Take it one section at a time.
What other Van Morrison songs work for kids?
Try "SOMEONE LIKE YOU", "TUPELO HONEY", "HAVE I TOLD YOU LATELY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.