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Reach Out, I'll Be There

· by The Four Tops

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Lyrics

Now if you (D)feel that you can’t to go on you’re be cause (Am7)all of your hope is (D)gone,

and your life is filled with much con fu sion but un til (Am7)hap pi ness is just an il lu sion, and your world a round is crum b lin’ down; hold;

dar ling, (G)reach out,

(B)reach out,

(B)I’ll

be there,

with a (Em)love you that will shel ter you.

and

I’ll

be there,

with a (Em)love ish that will see you through.

When you feel (D)lost and a bout hang give up you’re ’cause your (Am7)best just ain’t good e (D)nough

and you feel the world with has grown cold, sion but and you’re (Am7)drift ing out is all on your own, sion,

and you need a round a hand b lin’ to hold;

dar ling, (G)reach out,

(B)reach out,

(B)I’ll

be there,

with to (Em)love you all and com fort you, and

I’ll

be there,

you to (Em)cher ish ways and care for you.

When you feel

(B)I’ll

be there

to (Em)al ways see you (B)through.

(B)I’ll

be there

to (Em)love and com fort (B)through.

(B)you.

I can

Reach Out, I'll Be There by The Four Tops — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Reach Out, I'll Be There” by The Four Tops 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 G at 100 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 "Reach Out, I'll Be There" 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, I'll Be There"?: 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, I'll Be There" use?: Just 6 chords: Am7, B, D, Em, F#dim, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other The Four Tops songs work for kids?: Try "AIN'T NO WOMAN", "BERNADETTE", "STANDING IN THE SHADOWS OF LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.