Ordinary Miracle

· by Sarah McLachlan

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(C)It’s not (Em)that un (F)us u al when (C)ev ’ry (Em)thing is (F)beau ti ful, it’s (Am)just an oth er (F)or di nar y (Dm)mir a (G)cle to (C)day.

The sky knows (Em)when it’s (F)time to snow, you don’t (C)need to (Em)teach a (F)seed to grow, it’s (Am)just an oth er (F)or di nar y (Dm)mir a (G)cle to (C)day.

Life is like a (Em)gift, they say,

wrapped up for you (Em)ev ’ry day,

o pen up and (Em)find a way

to give some of your (Gsus)own.

(C)Is n’t (Em)it re (F)mark ab le?

Like (C)ev ’ry (Em)time a (F)rain drop falls, it’s (Am)just an oth er (F)or di nar y (Dm)mir a (G)cle to (C)day.

The Birds in (Em)win ter (F)have their fling you and (C)al ways (Em)make it (F)home by spring, it’s (Am)just an oth er (F)or di nar y (Dm)mir a (G)cle to (C)day.

When you wake up (Em)ev ’ry day,

please don’t throw your (Em)dreams a way,

hold them close and (Em)to your heart,

to give some of your (Gsus)own.

’cause we are all a (G7)part

of the (Bbmaj7)or di nar y mir a cle.

Or di nar y mir a cle.

Do you want to see a mir a cle?

It seems (Em)so ex (F)cep tion al, that (C)things just (Em)work out (F)af ter all, it’s (Am)just an oth er (F)or di nar y (Dm)mir a (G)cle to (C)day.

The sun comes (F#m)up and (G)shines so bright,

it dis ap (F#m)pears a (G)gain at night, it’s (Bm)just an oth er (G)or di nar y (Em)mir a (A)cle to (D)day.

Ooh.

(D)Ooh.

It’s (Bm)just an oth er (G)or di nar y (Em)mir a (A)cle to (D)day.

Ordinary Miracle by Sarah McLachlan — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Ordinary Miracle” by Sarah McLachlan 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 C at 60 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 "Ordinary Miracle" 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 "Ordinary Miracle"?: 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 Sarah McLachlan songs work for kids?: Try "ADIA", "BUILDING A MYSTERY", "WHEN SHE LOVED ME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.