Orphan Girl

by Emmylou Harris

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Lyrics

I am an (A)or phan

on God’s (E)high way.

But I’ll share my (A)trou bles

if you go (D)my way.

I have no (A)moth er,

no (E)fa ther,

no (A)sis ter,

no (D)broth er.

I am an (E)or (A)phan girl.

I have had (A)friend ships,

pure and (E)gold en.

But the ties of (A)kin ship,

I have not (D)known them.

I know no (A)moth er,

my (E)fa ther,

my (A)sis ter,

my (D)broth er.

No more an (E)or (A)phan girl.

But when He girl.

Be my moth er,

my (E)fa ther,

my (A)sis ter,

my (D)broth er.

I am an (E)or (A)phan girl.

I am an (E)or (A)phan girl.

Orphan Girl by Emmylou Harris — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Orphan Girl” by Emmylou Harris 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 A at 140 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 "Orphan Girl" 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 "Orphan Girl"?
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 "Orphan Girl" use?
Just 4 chords: A, Apow, D, E. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Emmylou Harris songs work for kids?
Try "BORN TO RUN", "BOULDER TO BIRMINGHAM", "A LOVE THAT WILL NEVER GROW OLD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.