Overjoyed

by Stevie Wonder

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O ver (Eb)time,

I’ve been (Cm7)build ing my cas tle of love

just for two,

though you nev er knew you were my rea

son.

I’ve (C)gone much (Cmaj7)too (C6)far for (G)you now to say that (Gm)I’ve got to throw my (Bb)cas tle a way.

O ver (Eb)dreams

I have (Cm7)picked out a per fect come true,

though you nev

er knew it was of you I’d been dream

ing.

The (C)sand man (Cmaj7)has (C6)come from (G)too far a way for (Gm)you to say, “Come back (Bb)cas tle a way.

O ver (Eb)dreams (Bb)some oth er day.” And though you don’t be (Abmaj7)lieve that they (Ab6)do, (Eb)they do come true, (Fm7)for did my (Bb)dreams come true when (Db)I looked at (C)you can make it true if (Bbmaj7)you would be (Bb6)lieve; (F)you too might (Fm)be (Bb)o ver joyed

(Bb7)o ver love, o ver (Db6)me.

O ver (Eb)heart

(Bb)o ver (Fm7)love,

o ver (Gm7)me.

And though the odds say (Bbmaj7)im (Bb6)prob a ble.

what do they (F)know?

(Gm7)For in ro (C)mance all true love (Eb)needs is a (D)chance.

And may be with a (Cmaj7)chance you will (C6)find you, too, like I, (C7)o ver joyed,

(C7)o ver love, o ver you,

(Bb)o (Bb5)ver you.

Overjoyed by Stevie Wonder — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Overjoyed” by Stevie Wonder 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 Ab at 120 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 "Overjoyed" 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 "Overjoyed"?
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 "Overjoyed" use?
Just 27 chords: Ab6, Abmaj7, Bb, Bb6, Bb7, Bbmaj7, Bbpow, Bbsus4, +19 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Stevie Wonder songs work for kids?
Try "NGICULELA-ES UNA HISTORIA I AM SINGING", "PART TIME LOVER", "HEAVEN IS TEN ZILLION LIGHT YEARS AWAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.