Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds

by Elton John

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(G)Pic ture your (G7)self in a (C)boat on a (Cm)riv er with (G7)tan ger ine trees ple eat and (C)mar ma lade (Eb)skies.

(G)Some bod y calls you; you (C)an swer quite (Cm)slow ly, a (G)girl with ka lei do scope (C)eyes.

(Ab)Cel lo phane (Ab)flow ers of (Bb)yel low and (Bb)green (Ab)tow er ing (Eb)o ver your (Ab)head.

(Bb)Look for the girl with the (F)sun in her eyes, and she’s (C)gone.

(F)Lu cy in the (Bb)sky with (C)dia monds.

(F)Lu cy in the (Bb)sky with (C)dia monds.

(F)Lu cy in the (Bb)sky with (C)dia monds.

Oh.

(G)Fol low her (G7)down to a (C)bridge by a (Cm)foun tain where (G7)rock ing horse peo ple eat and (C)marsh mal low (Eb)pie.

(G)Ev ’ry one smiles as you (C)drift past the (Cm)flow ers that (G)grow so in cred i bly (C)high.

(Ab)News pa per (Ab)tax is ap (Bb)pear on the (Bb)shore, (Ab)wait ing to (Eb)take you a (Ab)way.

(Bb)Climb in the back with your (F)head in the clouds, and you’re (C)gone.

(F)Lu cy in the (Bb)sky with (C)dia monds.

(F)Lu cy in the (Bb)sky with (C)dia monds.

(F)Lu cy in the (Bb)sky with (C)dia monds.

Oh.

Oh.

News pa per tax is ap (Bb)pear on the shore,

wait ing to take you a (Ab)way.

Climb in the back with your (F)head in the clouds, and you’re (C)gone.

(F)Lu cy in the (Bb)sky with (C)dia monds.

(F)Lu cy in the (Bb)sky with (C)dia monds.

(F)Lu cy in the (Bb)sky with (C)dia monds.

Oh.

(G)Pic ture your (G7)self on a (C)train in a (Cm)sta tion with (G)plas ti cine (G7)por ters with (C)look ing glass (Eb)ties.

(G)Sud den ly, (G)some one is there at the turn stile, the (G)girl with ka lei do scope (C)eyes.

(F)Lu cy in the (Bb)sky with (C)dia monds.

(F)Lu cy in the (Bb)sky with (C)dia monds.

(F)Lu cy in the (Bb)sky with (C)dia monds.

Oh.

(F)Lu cy in the (Bb)sky with (C)dia monds.

(F)Lu cy in the (Bb)sky with (C)dia monds.

(F)Lu cy in the (Bb)sky with (C)dia monds.

Oh.

Oh.

Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds by Elton John — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds” by Elton John 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 G at 95 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 "Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds" 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 "Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds"?
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 "Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds" use?
Just 10 chords: Ab, Bb, C, C7, Cm, Eb, F, G, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Elton John songs work for kids?
Try "SOMEONE SAVED MY LIFE TONIGHT", "CROCODILE ROCK", "BURN DOWN THE MISSION". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.