Jesus, Etc.

by Wilco

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Lyrics

Je sus, don’t cry.

You can re (Bb)ly on me, hon ey.

You can com bine an y thing you want.

I’ll be a round.

You were (Bb)right a bout the stars.

Each one is a set ting sun.

Tall (F)build ings shake,

(Dm)voic es es cape, sing ing sad, sad songs tuned to chords strung down your (F)cheeks.

(Dm)Bit ter mel o (Dm)dies (Bb)turn ing your or bit a round.

Je Don’t don’t cry.

You can re (Bb)ly on me, hon ey.

You can come by an y time you want.

I’ll be a round.

You were (Bb)right a bout the stars.

Each one is a set ting sun.

Tall (F)build ings shake,

(Dm)voic es es cape, sing ing sad, sad songs tuned to chords strung down your (F)cheeks.

(Dm)Bit ter mel o (Dm)dies (Bb)turn ing your or bit a round.

Voic es whine.

Sky scrap ers are scrap ing to geth er.

Your voice is smok ing (F)last cig a (F)rettes are (Dm)all you can (Dm)get, (Bb)turn ing your or bit a round.

Our love,

our love,

our love is all we have.

Our love,

our love is (Bb)all of God’s mon ey.

Ev ’ry one is a burn ing sun.

(Bb)Last cig a rettes are (F)all you can (F)get.

(Bb)Turn ing your or bit a round.

(Bb)Last cig a rettes are (F)all you can (F)get.

(Bb)Turn ing your or bit a round.

Jesus, Etc. by Wilco — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Jesus, Etc.” by Wilco 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 120 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.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great way to build comfort with minor chords and flat-side harmony — your six chords (Am, Bb, C, Dm, F, Gm) sit beautifully together but include Bb and Gm, which will ask your fingers to find B-flats confidently. Your left hand carries an Alberti bass pattern throughout, so start hands-separate and lock that rolling motion in at around 80 BPM before bringing it up to 120. The peaceful ballad feel means evenness matters more than speed — keep your Alberti pattern smooth and unhurried. The trickiest moment for most students is the shift into Bb: land your thumb on that B-flat early and let the rest of the chord settle around it. Once that transition feels natural, loop the passage a few times to cement it. This is the piece that'll make flat-key chords stop feeling foreign under your hands.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Jesus, Etc." 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 "Jesus, Etc."?
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 "Jesus, Etc." use?
Just 6 chords: Am, Bb, C, Dm, F, Gm. Take it one section at a time.