Look Out Any Window

by Bruce Hornsby

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There’s a man work ing in a field,

sees the rain and it’s (F#m)burn ing.

He’s say ing this can’t be real,

as he sees the col or of the fields ting (F#m)turn ing.

(B)Far a (F#)way, the (B)men man too bus y get ting (E)rich to care,

(B)close their (F#)eyes and (B)let it (F#m7)all (B)out in (E6)to the air,

say they’ll (F#sus)hop in’ no bod y else would care.

Look (B)out an y (E)win dow,

look (B)out an y (E)o pen door.

Look (B)out an y (E)win dow.

See what’s go in’ on in the air a round you.

There’s a man work ing on a boat,

pull ing lines from the (F#m)wa ter.

Just try ing to stay a float;

fill he ing the nets or is the get ting (F#m)hard er.

(B)Far a (F#)way, they (B)bend man the rules ers so them (E)se cret ly,

(B)close their (F#)eyes and (B)let it (F#m7)all (B)out in (E6)to the sea,

say they’ll (F#sus)hop in’ no bod y else would see.

Look (B)out an y (E)win dow,

look (B)out an y (E)o pen door.

Look (B)out an y (E)win dow.

See what’s go in’ on in the air a round you.

in the air a round you.

in the air a round you.

Look (B)out,

look (B)out for the (E)big boys (B)tell in’ you (F#m7)ev ’ry thing (E)they’re gon na do.

Look (B)out,

look (B)out for the (E)fat cat (B)build er man (F#m7)turn ing this in (E)to a waste land.

Look (B)out,

look (B)out for the (E)back room (B)boys that say the (F#m7)smoke is gon (E)na blow a way.

Look (B)out,

look (B)out for the (E)men who say (B)it’s o kay (F#m7)sit tin’ in a build (E)ing far a way.

Look Out Any Window by Bruce Hornsby — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Look Out Any Window by Bruce Hornsby 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 E at 90 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — 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 — 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 "Look Out Any Window" 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 "Look Out Any Window"?
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 "Look Out Any Window" use?
Just 17 chords: A, B, D, D6, Dsus2, E, E6, Em7, +9 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Bruce Hornsby songs work for kids?
Try "Mandolin Rain", "MANDOLIN RAIN", "THE VALLEY ROAD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.