Is "Jesus He Knows Me" 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 He Knows Me"?

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 He Knows Me" use?

Just 12 chords: A, Bb, C, C#m7, D, Dm, Dpow, Em7, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Genesis songs work for kids?

Try "THROWING IT ALL AWAY", "IN TOO DEEP", "I CAN'T DANCE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Jesus He Knows Me

· by Genesis

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Lyrics

Do you see the face on the (C)T V screen with com ing at you (Dm)ev ery Sun day, But see the face a on the (C)Bill board, or the man well that man is me.

On the cov er of the (C)mag a zine, there’s no ques tion (Dm)why I’m smil ing.

You buy a piece na of to a dise, just you buy a piece of me.

I’ll get you have to ery thing you want ed, I’ll get you get ev ery thing you need, you don’t need to be lieve in here af ter, just on be lieve in me.

ing.

’Cos Je sus He knows me, and He knows I’m (Bb)right,

I’ve been talk ing to Je sus (Fmaj7)all my (Bb)life.

Oh yes He (C)knows me, and He knows I’m (Bb)right,

and He’s been (C)tell ing me ev ery (D)thing is al right.

Do Well, I be lieve in the (C)fam i ly, with ’cos er lov ing (Dm)wife be side me.

But she don’t know a bout my (C)girl friend, or the man well I met last night.

You Do you me be the (C)lieve in God there’s ’cos that is (Dm)what I’m sell ing.

And if you wan it go y you en, just I’ll it see piece you right.

You won’t ven no to in your you house, ed, You’ll be or ery out of your say chair, you you don’t ven have to ser that dial, ter, ’cos on I’m ev ery where.

ing.

And Je sus He knows me, and He knows I’m (Bb)right,

I’ve been talk ing to Je sus (Fmaj7)all my (Bb)life.

Oh yes He (C)knows me, and He knows I’m (Bb)right,

and He’s been (C)tell ing me ev ery (D)thing is al right.

(D)thing’s gon na be al right.

Won’t find me prac tis ing (C#m7)what I’m (F#m)preach ing, won’t find me (A)mak ing no (C#m7)sac ri fice.

But I can (A)get you a (C#m7)pock et ful of (F#m)mir a cles if you prom ise to (A)be good, (C#m7)try to be nice.

(G)God will take good care of (F#m)you,

but just (Em7)do as I say, don’t do as I (D)do.

’Cos Je sus He knows me, and He knows I’m (Bb)right,

I’ve been talk ing to Je sus (Fmaj7)all my (Bb)life.

Oh yes He (C)knows me, and He knows I’m (Bb)right,

and He’s been (C)tell ing me ev ery (D)thing is al right.

Jesus He Knows Me by Genesis — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Jesus He Knows Me” by Genesis 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 Bb at 184 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 "Jesus He Knows Me" 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 He Knows Me"?: 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 He Knows Me" use?: Just 12 chords: A, Bb, C, C#m7, D, Dm, Dpow, Em7, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Genesis songs work for kids?: Try "THROWING IT ALL AWAY", "IN TOO DEEP", "I CAN'T DANCE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.