People Need The Lord

by Steve Green

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Ev ’ry day

they (A)pass

me (G)by,

I can see it

(A)in their eyes;

emp ty peo ple

(Bm)filled

with care, for

head ed life

with (A7)one

who’s lost?

On they go

through

pri vate (G)pain,

liv ing (D7)fear

to (Gsus)fear.

Laugh ter hides

their (D)si lent cries

on ly (Em7)Je sus hears.

Peo ple need the Lord,

peo ple need the Lord.

At the (A)end

of (D)bro ken dreams

He’s the o pen door.

Peo ple need the Lord,

peo ple need the Lord.

When will

we (D)re al ize

peo ple (A7sus)need

(A7)the (D)Lord?

We are called

to (A)take

His (G)light

to a world where

(A)wrong seems right.

What could be too

(Bm)great

a care, for

shar ing life

with (A7)one

who’s lost?

Through His love

our

hearts can (G)feel

all the (D7)grief

they (Gsus)bear.

They must hear

the (D)words of life

on ly (Em7)we can share.

Peo ple need the Lord,

peo ple need the Lord.

At the (A)end

of (D)bro ken dreams

He’s the o pen door.

Peo ple need the Lord,

peo ple need the Lord.

When will

we (D)re al ize

peo ple (A7sus)need

(A7)the (D)Lord?

(D)re al ize

that we

must (D)give our lives?

(D)For (Em7)peo

ple (A)need

(A7)the (Bm)Lord,

peo

ple (A7)need

the (D)Lord.

People Need The Lord by Steve Green β€” Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows β€œPeople Need The Lord” by Steve Green in our color-coded kid songbook view β€” 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 D at 72 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement β€” 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 β€” 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 Need The Lord" good for a child learning piano?
Yes β€” 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 Need The Lord"?
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 β€” 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 β€” 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 Need The Lord" use?
Just 12 chords: A, A7, Bm, C, D, D7, E9, Em, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Steve Green songs work for kids?
Try "HOUSEHOLD OF FAITH", "People Need The Lord", "HOUSEHOLD OF FAITH". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.