Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds

· by The Beatles

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Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds

The Beatles125 BPM

Lyrics

(A)Pic ture your (A)self in a (D)boat on a (Dm)riv er with (A)tan ger ine (A)trees ple and (D)mar ma lade (F)skies.

(A)Some bod y (A)calls you, you (D)an swer quite (Dm)slow ly, a (A)girl with ka (A)lei do scope (D)eyes.

(Bb)Cel lo phane flow ers of (C7)yel low and green

(Dm)tow er ing o ver your (Bb)head.

(C9)Look for the girl with the (G)sun in her eyes and she’s (D)gone.

(G)Lu cy in the (C)sky with (D)dia monds.

(G)Lu cy in the (C)sky with (D)dia monds.

(G)Lu cy in the (C)sky with (D)dia monds.

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(A)Fol low her (A)down to a (D)bridge by a (Dm)foun tain where (A)rock ing horse (A)peo ters eat (D)marsh mal low (F)pies.

(A)Ev ’ry one (A)smiles as you (D)drift past the (Dm)flow ers that (A)grow so in (A)cred i bly (D)high.

(Bb)News pa per tax is ap (C7)pear on the shore

(Dm)wait ing to take you a (Bb)way.

(C9)Climb in the back with your (G)head in the clouds and you’re (D)gone.

(G)Lu cy in the (C)sky with (D)dia monds.

(G)Lu cy in the (C)sky with (D)dia monds.

(G)Lu cy in the (C)sky with (D)dia monds.

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(G)Lu cy in the (C)sky with (D)dia monds.

(G)Lu cy in the (C)sky with (D)dia monds.

(G)Lu cy in the (C)sky with (D)dia monds.

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(G)Lu cy in the (C)sky with (D)dia monds.

(G)Lu cy in the (C)sky with (D)dia monds.

(G)Lu cy in the (C)sky with (D)dia monds.

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

This page shows “Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds” by The Beatles 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 A at 135 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.
What other The Beatles songs work for kids?: Try "DAY TRIPPER", "PLEASE MR. POSTMAN", "SHE'S LEAVING HOME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.