Look To The Rainbow

by E.Y. Harburg

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On the (F)day

I was born,

said my fa

ther, said he:

“I’ve an el e gant leg a cy (Bb)wait in’ for (C)ye.

’Tis a (C7)rhyme

for your lips

and a song

for your heart,

to sing it when ev er the (Bb)world falls a (F)part.”

(F)Look,

(Dm7)look,

(Gm7)look to (C7)the (F)rain bow,

(Gm)fol low (C7)it (F)o ver the (Bb)hill

(B)and (C5)stream.

(F)Look,

(Dm7)look,

(Gm)look to (C7)the (F)rain bow,

(Bb)fol low the (Am)fel low who (C7)fol lows a (F)dream.

’Twas a (F)sump

tu ous gift

to be queath

to a child;

oh, the lure of that song kept her (Bb)feet run nin’ (C)wild.

For you (C7)nev

er grow old

and you nev

er stand still

with whip poor wills sing in’ be (Bb)yond the next (F)hill.

(F)Look,

(Dm7)look,

(Gm7)look to (C7)the (F)rain bow,

(Gm)fol low (C7)it (F)o ver the (Bb)hill

(B)and (C5)stream.

(F)Look,

(Dm7)look,

(Gm)look to (C7)the (F)rain bow,

(Bb)fol low the (Am)fel low who (C7)fol lows a (F)dream.

So I (F)dream.

(Bb)Fol low the (F)fel

low, (Gm)fol low the (F)fel

low, (Bb)fol low the (Am)fel low who (C7)fol lows a (F)dream.

Look To The Rainbow by E.Y. Harburg — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Look To The Rainbow” by E.Y. Harburg 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 80 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 "Look To The Rainbow" 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 To The Rainbow"?
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 E.Y. Harburg songs work for kids?
Try "It's Only A Paper Moon", "Old Devil Moon". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.