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Joy To The World

· by Three Dog Night

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Lyrics

(C)Jer (CN.C.)e mi ah was a (B)bull frog, the world,

(C)tell (CN.C.)was a good friend of (B)mine.

I’m a (C)Nev er un der (C)stood a sin gle (Ab)word he said, er, but I (C)helped him a (Dm7)drink in’ his (C)wine.

Yes, he (F7)al ways had some (Dm7)might y fine (CN.C.)wine.

Sing in’ (C)joy

to the world.

(G)All

the boys and (C)girls now.

Joy to the (C7)fish es in the (F7)deep blue (Ab)sea, (C)joy to (G7)you and (C)me.

(C)If (CN.C.)e I ah were the (B)king of the world,

(C)love (CN.C.)was you what I’d do.

(B)mine.

I’m a (C)Throw a way the (C)cars er and the (Ab)bars and wars, er, but and (C)make sweet in’ (Dm7)love of to (C)you.

Yes, I’d (F7)make shoot sweet son (Dm7)love a to (CN.C.)you.

Sing in’ (C)joy

to the world.

(G)All

the boys and (C)girls now.

Joy to the (C7)fish es in the (F7)deep blue (Ab)sea, (C)joy to (G7)you and (C)me.

(C)me.

You (C)me.

Joy

(G)to the world.

All the (G)boys and girls.

Joy

(G)to the world,

Joy to (G)you and me.

(C)Joy

(G)to the (C)world.

(G)All

the boys and (C)girls.

Joy to the (C7)fish es in the (F7)deep blue (Ab)sea, (C)joy to (G)you and (C)me.

Joy To The World by Three Dog Night — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Joy To The World” by Three Dog Night 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 C at 124 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 "Joy To The World" 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 "Joy To The World"?: 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 Three Dog Night songs work for kids?: Try "ELI'S COMIN'", "SHAMBALA", "BLACK AND WHITE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.