Jeremy

by Pearl Jam

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At home, draw ing pic tures

(A7)of moun tain tops

(A7)with him on (A5)top,

(A7)lem on yel low sun.

(A7)Arms

raised in a V,

the dead (A7)lay in (A5)pools of (A7)ma roon be low.

Dad (G5)dy did nโ€™t (D)give at ten tion, no.

oh, the to the (A7)fact that that Mom my did nโ€™t (A5)care.

King Je re my The Wick ed,

oh, (A)ruled his world.

(Fmaj7)Je re my spoke in

class

to (A)day.

(Fmaj7)Je re my spoke in

class

to (A)day.

(A7)Clear ly I re mem ber (A7)pick ing on the boy.

Seemed a harm less lit tle fuck.

Oh, (A7)but we un leashed a (A5)li on;

gnashed (A5)his teeth and (A7)bit the re cess la dyโ€™s breast.

(A7)How could I for (A5)get?

And he hit me with a (A5)sur prise

left,

(A7)my jaw left hurt ing,

(A7)oh, dropped wide o pen,

just like the day,

oh, (A5)like the day I (Asus)heard

(Fmaj7)Je re my spoke in

(Em7)class

to day.

Ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh oooh ooh ooh ooh.

Try to for get this, try to for get this.

Try to e rase this, try to e rase this from the black (Fmaj7)board.

(F)Je re my spoke in

class

to (A)day.

(Fmaj7)Je re my spoke in

class

to (A)day.

(F)Je re my spoke in,

spoke (Em7)in...

(Am)Je re my spoke in,

spoke in...

(F)Je re my spoke in

class

to day.

Ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh Ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh

Jeremy by Pearl Jam โ€” Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows โ€œJeremyโ€ by Pearl Jam in our color-coded kid songbook view โ€” 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 A at 94 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement โ€” 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 โ€” 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 "Jeremy" good for a child learning piano?
Yes โ€” 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 "Jeremy"?
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 โ€” 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 โ€” tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "Jeremy" use?
Just 13 chords: A, A7, Am, Apow, Asus4, C, D, Dm7, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Pearl Jam songs work for kids?
Try "ELDERLY WOMAN BEHIND THE COUNTER IN A SMALL TOWN", "SIRENS", "BLACK". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.