Is "On And On" 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 "On And On"?

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 "On And On" use?

Just 6 chords: B7, C, Cmaj9, Em, Em7, Em9. Take it one section at a time.

What other Erykah Badu songs work for kids?

Try "LOVE OF MY LIFE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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On And On

· by Erykah Badu

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Lyrics

Oh, my my my.

I’m feel in’ high.

My mon ey’s gone.

I’m all a lone.

Too much to see.

The world keeps turn in’.

Oh, what a day.

What a day, what a day.

The (B)Peace and (Em9)bless ins’ man i fest with (Em9)ev ’ry les son learned.

Does it seem (B)If your (Em9)know ledge were your wealth, then (B)it would (Em9)be well earned.

If (B)we were (Em9)made in His im age, then (B)call us (Em9)by our names.

Most in tel (B)lects do (Em9)not be lieve in God, but they (B)fear us (Em9)just the same.

Oh, (B)on and (Em9)on and on and on.

My (B)ci pher keeps (Em9)mov in’ like a roll in’ stone.

Oh, (B)on and (Em9)on and on and on.

(All with un til the leave of I go (B)on and (Em9)on and on and on.

(My (Em9)ci pher keeps mov in’ like a roll in’ Ooh.

(B)On and (Em9)on and on and on.

(Em9)Damn it, I’m a sing my song.

I was born un der wat er (Em9)with three dol lars and six (B)dimes.

Yeah, you may laugh ’cause you did not do your math.

Like one two three.

(Em9)Damn, you all feel that?

Like one two three.

The world keeps turn in’.

Oh, what a day.

What a day, what a day.

The (B)man that (Em9)knows some thing knows that he (Em9)knows noth ing at all Does it The (B)cold er (Em9)in your sum mer time and (B)hot ter (Em9)in your fall?

If (B)we were (Em9)made in His im age, then (B)call us (Em9)by our names.

Most in tel (B)lects do (Em9)not be lieve in God, but they (B)fear us (Em9)just the same.

Oh, (B)on and (Em9)on and on and on.

My (B)ci pher keeps (Em9)mov in’ like a roll in’ stone.

Oh, (B)on and (Em9)on and on and on.

(You right un til the vul me I go and (Em9)on and on and on.

(My (Em9)ci pher keeps mov in’ like a roll in’ Ooh.

(B)On and (Em9)on and on and on.

(Em9)Damn it, I’m a sing my song.

I was born un der wat er (Em9)with three dol lars and six (B)dimes.

Yeah, you may laugh ’cause you did not do your math.

Like one two three.

(Em9)Damn, you all feel that?

Like one two three.

Mad props to the god Ja I

am (Em7)feel in’ kind of hun gry ’cause my high is com in’ down.

Don’t feed me yours ’cause your food does (B7)not en dure.

I think I (Em7)need a cup of tea.

The world keeps burn in’.

Oh, what a day.

What a day, what a (B7)day.

You On and on and on.

On And On by Erykah Badu — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “On And On” by Erykah Badu 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 92 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 "On And On" 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 "On And On"?: 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 "On And On" use?: Just 6 chords: B7, C, Cmaj9, Em, Em7, Em9. Take it one section at a time.
What other Erykah Badu songs work for kids?: Try "LOVE OF MY LIFE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.