Oh Happy Day

by The Edwin Hawkins Singers

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Oh hap py day, (Oh hap py day) oh hap py day, (Oh hap py day) when Je sus (A7)washed,

oh, when He washed,

when Je sus (A7)washed.

He washed the sins a way.

(Oh hap py day)

Aw (G)hap py day.

hap py day) Oh hap py day, (Oh hap py day) oh hap py day, (Oh hap py day) when Je sus (A7)washed,

oh, when He washed,

when Je sus (A7)washed.

He washed the sins a way.

(Oh hap py day)

Aw

(G)hap py (Oh hap py day) Oh hap py day, He taught me (G)how

to (C)watch,

fight and pray,

(C)fight and pray,

and live re (G)joic

ing (C)ev

’ry and day,

(C)ev ’ry day.

and live re Oh hap py day,

(Oh hap py day) oh hap py day,

(Oh hap py day) when Je sus (A7)washed,

oh, when He washed,

when Je sus (A7)washed,

He washed my sins a way.

(Oh, hap py day) Oh hap py day.

(Oh hap py day) He taught me (G)how

to (C)watch,

fight and pray,

fight and pray,

and live re (G)joic

ing (C)ev

’ry and day,

ev ’ry day.

and live re Oh hap py day,

Oh Happy Day by The Edwin Hawkins Singers — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Oh Happy Day by The Edwin Hawkins Singers 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 100 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "Oh Happy Day" 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 "Oh Happy Day"?
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.