People

by Barbra Streisand

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Lyrics

(Amaj7)Peo ple,

peo ple who need (Amaj7)peo ple,

are the luck i (D6)est (D)peo ple

in the (C#7sus4)world.

We’re (F#m(maj7))chil dren

need ing oth er chil dren,

and yet (F#)let ting our (B7)grown up (Emaj7)pride

(F#m7)hide all the (F#)need in (E)side,

act ing

more like (A)chil dren

than chil dren.

Lov ers

are ver y spe cial (Amaj7)peo ple.

They’re the luck i est

(Amaj13)peo ple

in the (Gmaj7)world.

With one (Dmaj7)per son,

one (E)ver y spe cial (A)per son,

a (A7)feel ing (Dmaj7)deep in your soul

says you were (A)half, now you’re whole.

No more

(A)hun ger and (F#m)thirst;

(Bm)first (C#m)be a (D)per son who needs (A)peo ple.

Peo ple who need (Dmaj9)peo ple

are the (A)luck i est peo ple

in the (CN.C.)world.

A feel ing (C)deep in our soul

says you were (G)half, now you’re whole.

No more

(G)hun ger and (Em)thirst;

(Am)first be a (Am)per son who needs peo ple.

(G13)Peo ple who need (Cmaj9)peo

ple

are the (G)luck i est (G6)peo ple

in (Cm)the

(Gsus2)world.

People by Barbra Streisand — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “People by Barbra Streisand 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 90 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 "People" 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 "People"?
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 "People" use?
Just 51 chords: A, A6, A7, A9, Adom, Am, Amaj, Amaj7, +43 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Barbra Streisand songs work for kids?
Try "ORDINARY MIRACLES", "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes", "My Man (Mon Homme)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.