Prologue (Santa Fe)

· by Alan Menken

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They say (G7)folks is dy in’ to (Em7)get here.

(C)Me, I’m (G9)dy in’ to get a (Am7)way

to a (Dm7)lit tle town out (G7sus)west that’s spank in’ (C)new.

And while (G7)I ain’t nev er (Em7)been there, (C)I can (G9)see it clear as (Am7)day.

If you (C)want, I bet that (D)you could see it (Bb)too.

Close your (C)eyes.

Come with (Am)me

where it’s (G)clean and green and (C)pret ty,

and they (E)went and made a (Am)cit y (C)out a (F)clay.

Why, the (G7)min ute that you (Em7)get there, (Am7)folks ’ll (G7)walk right up and (Am7)say,

“Wel come (Bbmaj9)home, son, wel come (D9)home to San ta Fe!”

Plant in’ (C)crops,

split tin’ (Am)rails,

swap pin’ (G)tales a round the (C)fire,

’cept for (E)Sun day, when you (Am)lie a (C)round all (F)day.

Soon your (G7)friends are more like (Em7)fam ’ly, (C)and they’re (G)beg ging you to (Esus)stay!

(E)Ain’t that (Dm9)neat?

Liv in’s (G7sus)sweet

in San ta (D)Fe.

San ta (C)fe!

You can (Am)bet

we won’t (F)let them (G)bas tids (C)beat us.

We won’t (E)beg no one to (Am)treat us (C)fair and (F)square.

There’s a (G7)life that’s worth the (Am7)liv in’, and I’m (G)gon na do my (E7)share:

Work the (Dm9)land,

chase the (F)sun!

Swim the (C)whole Ri o (G)Grande just for (Am)fun!

(C)Watch me (Fmaj7)stand!

Watch me (F)run.

Don’t you (G7)know that we’re a (Em7)fam’ ly.

(C)Would I (G9)let ya down?

No (Am7)way.

Just hold (Dm7)on, kid, ’til that (G7sus)train makes San ta (C)Fe.

Prologue (Santa Fe) by Alan Menken — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Prologue (Santa Fe)” by Alan Menken 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 C at 114 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 "Prologue (Santa Fe)" 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 "Prologue (Santa Fe)"?: 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.
What other Alan Menken songs work for kids?: Try "A GUY LIKE YOU", "I SEE THE LIGHT", "ARABIAN NIGHTS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.