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My Dear Country

· by Norah Jones

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Lyrics

’Twas (Fm)Hal low (C)e’en, and the (Fm)ghosts were (Db)out, and (Fm)ev ’ry (C)where than they’d (Fm)go, they’d (Ab)shout.

And (G)though I (C7)cov ered my (E)eyes, I (Ddim)knew they’d the (Dbmaj7)go

a

(C)way.

But (Fm)fear’s the (C)on in ly (Fm)thing I (Db)saw, and (Fm)three days (C)lat er, was (Fm)clear to (Ab)all that (G)noth ing (C)is as (E)scar y (D)as e e (Dbmaj7)lec

(C)tion

(Fm)day.

But the (Bbsus)day

(Eb7sus)af ter is (Abmaj7)dark er,

and (G)dark er and (C7)dark er it (Fm)goes.

Who (G)knows,

(Gm)may be the (Ab)plans will (G)change; who (Fsus2)knows,

(Eb6)may be he’s (D)not (Db)de (C)ranged.

The (Fm)news men (C)know what they (Fm)know, but (Db)they know (Fm)e ven (C)less my they’d (Fm)what they (Ab)say.

And (G)I don’t (C7)know ered who (E)I can (Ddim)trust for the (Dbmaj7)“come

what

(C)may.”

’Cause (Fm)we be (C)lieved that our (Fm)can di (Db)date, but (Fm)e ven (C)more, it’s the (Fm)one we (Ab)hate.

I (G)need ed (C)some one (E)I could (D)shake on e (Dbmaj7)lec

(C)tion

(Fm)day.

But the (Bbsus)day

(Eb7sus)af ter is (Abmaj7)dark er,

and (G)deep er and (C7)deep er it (Fm)goes.

Who (G)knows,

(Gm)may be it’s (Ab)all a (G)dream; who (Fsus2)knows,

(Eb6)may be he’s (D)not (Db)de (C)ranged.

The (Eb6)knows

(D7sus)if I’ll wake (Dbmaj9)up (Abm)and (C7b9)scream?

I (Dbmaj7)lec

(C)tion

(Fm6)day.

My Dear Country by Norah Jones — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “My Dear Country” by Norah Jones 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 148 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 "My Dear Country" 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 "My Dear Country"?: 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 "My Dear Country" use?: Just 25 chords: Ab, Abm, Abmaj7, Bbsus4, C, C7, Caug, Cpow, +17 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Norah Jones songs work for kids?: Try "IN THE MORNING", "CREEPIN' IN", "FEELIN' THE SAME WAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.