Lean On Me

· by Bill Withers

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Lyrics

(C)Some times (Dm)in (Em)our (F)lives

we (Em)all (Dm)have (C)pain,

we (Dm)all (C)have sor (G)row,

(C)but if (Dm)we (Em)are (F)wise

we (Em)know (Dm)that (C)there’s

al (Dm)ways (C)to (G)mor (C)row.

Lean on me

when (Dm)you’re (Em)not (F)strong, and I’ll (Em)be (Dm)your (C)friend;

(C)I’ll (F6)help (G6)you (C)car ry (G)on,

(C)for it (Dm)won’t (Em)be (F)long ’til I’m (Em)gon (Dm)na (C)need some (C)bod (F)y (F#dim)to (G)lean (C)on.

(F)Please swal low your pride

if (Em)I (Dm)have (C)things

(C)you (F6)need (G6)to (C)bor (G)row,

(C)for no (Dm)one (Em)can (F)fill

those (Em)of (Dm)your (C)needs

(C)that (F6)you (C)won’t (G7)let (C)show.

You just call on me, broth er, when you need a hand.

We all need some bod y to (G)lean on.

I just might have a prob lem that you’ll un der stand.

We all need some bod (C)y (F#dim)to (G)lean (C)on.

Lean on me

when (Dm)you’re (Em)not (F)strong, and I’ll (Em)be (Dm)your (C)friend;

(C)I’ll (F6)help (G6)you (C)car ry (G)on,

(C)for it (Dm)won’t (Em)be (F)long ’til I’m (Em)gon (Dm)na (C)need some (C)bod (F)y (F#dim)to (G)lean (C)on.

Lean On Me by Bill Withers — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Lean On Me” by Bill Withers 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 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.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Lean On 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 "Lean On 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.
What other Bill Withers songs work for kids?: Try "Lovely Day", "LEAN ON ME", "LEAN ON ME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.