Over The Rainbow

by E.Y. "Yip" Harburg

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When all the world is a (Bb)hope less jum ble and the (F)rain drops tum ble all a (C)round,

(F)heav

(F#dim)en

(Gm)o pens a (C)mag ic (F)lane.

When all the clouds dark en (Bb)up the sky way, there’s a (F)rain bow high way to be (Em7)found,

(Dm7)lead

(Dm)ing

(B)from your (Bb7)win dow (Am7)pane

to a (C7)place be hind the (Am7)sun,

just a (C)step be yond the (Dm7)rain.

(F)Some

(Dm)where

(Am)o ver the rain (F7)bow (Bbmaj7)way

(Bb6)up

(F7)high,

(Bb)there’s

(Bbm6)a

(F)land that I (D)heard of (Gm)once in a (C)lull a (F)by.

(F)Some

(Dm)where

(Am)o ver the rain (F7)bow (Bbmaj7)skies

(Bb6)are

(F7)blue,

(Bb)and

(Bbm6)the

(F)dreams that you (D)dare to (Gm)dream real ly (C)do come (F)by.

(F)true.

Some day I’ll wish up on a star and (Gm)wake up where the clouds are far be (F6)hind

(D)me.

Where (F)trou bles melt like lem on drops, a (Dm6)way, a bove the chim ney tops, that’s (Am)where

(G#dim)you’ll

(Gm)find

(C7)me.

(F)Some

(Dm)where

(Am)o ver the rain (F7)bow (Bbmaj7)blue

(Bb6)birds

(F7)fly.

(Bb)Birds

(Bbm6)fly

(F)o ver the (D)rain bow, (Gm)why then, oh (C)why can’t (F)I?

Some day I’ll wish up on a star and (Gm)wake up where the clouds are far be (F6)hind

(D)me.

Where (F)trou bles melt like lem on drops, a (Dm6)way, a bove the chim ney tops, that’s (Am)where

(G#dim)you’ll

(Gm)find

(C7)me.

(F)Some

(Dm)where

(Am)o ver the rain (F7)bow (Bbmaj7)blue

(Bb6)birds

(F7)fly.

(Bb)Birds

(Bbm6)fly

(F)o ver the (D)rain bow, (Gm)why then, oh (C)why can’t (F)I?

Some (F)I?

If hap py lit tle blue birds fly be (Bb)yond the rain bow, why (C)oh (Dm)why (C7)can’t (F)I?

Over The Rainbow by E.Y. "Yip" Harburg — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Over The Rainbow by E.Y. "Yip" Harburg 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 90 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Over The Rainbow" 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 "Over The Rainbow"?
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.