Reach Out And Touch

by Diana Ross

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(Am7)Reach out and (F)touch

some bod y’s (C)hand.

Make this world a (F)bet ter place

if you (C)can.

(Am7)Reach out and (F)touch

some bod y’s (C)hand.

(Am7)Make this world a (F)bet ter place

if you (Em7)can.

Just

(Am7)try.

Take a (C)lit tle time out of your (F)bus y day and to (F)give en (F6)cour age ment to (G9)some one who’s (Em7)lost the way.

Or Try a (C)lit tle kind ness; (F)to a stone if (F)I thing asked (F6)you to share a (G9)prob lem y nat that’s (Gm7)not your own?

(C)We can (F)change things (Am)if we start (Dm7)giv ing.

(CN.C.)Why don’t you, why don’t you (Am7)reach out and (F)touch

some bod y’s (C)hand?

(Eb)Ba ba ba (Gm)ba

(Cm7)ba ba ba ba (Fm7)ba,

oh.

(Eb)Ba ba ba (Gm)ba

(Cm7)ba

(Fm7)oh.

(Am7)reach out and (F)touch

some bod y’s (C)hand.

(Am7)Make this world a (F)bet ter place

if you (C)can.

(Am7)Reach out and (F)touch

some bod y’s (C)hand.

(Am7)Make this world a (F)bet ter place

if you (C)can.

(Am7)Reach out and (Am7)Reach out and (F)touch

(F)some (C)bod (Dm)y’s (C)hand.

Reach Out And Touch by Diana Ross — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Reach Out And Touch” by Diana Ross 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 130 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 "Reach Out And Touch" 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 "Reach Out And Touch"?
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 "Reach Out And Touch" use?
Just 19 chords: A7, Am, Am7, Bb, Bb7, C, Cm7, Cmaj7, +11 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Diana Ross songs work for kids?
Try "IT'S MY TURN", "TOUCH ME IN THE MORNING", "THE BEST YEARS OF MY LIFE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.