Man In The Mirror

by Michael Jackson

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Lyrics

I’m gon na make a change

for once in my life.

It’s gon na feel real good, gon na make a dif f’rence, gon na make it right.

As I turn up the (D)col lar on my fa v’rite (D)win ter coat, this wind is blow in’ my mind.

I see the kids in the street with not e (Em)nough to eat; who am I (Cmaj7)to be blind, pre tend ing not to see their needs?

A sum mer’s dis re gard, a bro ken bot tle top,

and a one man’s soul.

They (Am7)fol low each oth er on the wind, (G)ya’ know,

’cause they got no where to go; that’s why I want you to know.

I’m start ing with the (C)man in the (C)mir ror,

I’m ask ing him to (C)change his ways.

And no mes sage could have (C)been an y (A)clear er: If you (D)wan na make the world a bet ter place, take a look at your self and then make a (C)change.

Na na na (D)na na na na (C)na na nah.

I’ve been a (D)vic tim of a self ish (D)kind of love; it’s time that I re al ize

that there are (G)some with no home, not a (Em)nick el to loan; could it be (Cmaj7)real ly me pre tend ing that they’re not a lone?

A wil low deep ly scarred, some bod y’s bro ken heart

and a washed out dream.

They (Am7)fol low the pat tern of the wind, (G)ya see,

’cause they got no place to be; that’s why I’m start ing with me.

Man In The Mirror by Michael Jackson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Man In The Mirror by Michael Jackson 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 96 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 "Man In The Mirror" 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 "Man In The Mirror"?
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 Michael Jackson songs work for kids?
Try "MAN IN THE MIRROR", "YOU ROCK MY WORLD", "LOVING YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.