Recover Your Soul

by Elton John

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(G)Ba by, you’re miss ing (D6)some thing in the air.

(C)I got a name,

but (G)it don’t mat ter.

(C)What’s go in’ on?

It’s cold in here.

(C)You have a life,

but it’s torn and tat tered.

(G)May be you’re los in’ (D6)piec es of your heart.

(C)You have a world, but it in a los stopped turn in’.

(C)You lose the day

and gain the dark.

(C)Love was a fire, but it for the things stopped burn in’.

Spare your heart,

save your soul,

don’t drag your love a cross the coals.

Find your fate

and your for tune can be told.

Re lease, (re lease,) re lax, (re lax,) let go.

And (D)hey, (G)now let’s re (C)cov er

your (G)soul.

(G)La zy old sun set,

(D6)sink in’ like a tear;

(C)a lone at night but it in a los in’ bat tle.

(C)That per fect world

can nev er clear.

(C)You have to fight but it for the things that mat ter.

Spare your heart,

save your soul,

don’t drag your love a cross the coals.

Find your fate

and your for tune can be told.

Re lease, (re lease,) re lax, (re lax,) let go.

And (D)hey, (G)now let’s re (C)cov er your (G)soul.

Spare your heart, (C)cov er,

and (D)hey, (G)now let’s re (C)cov er,

hey,

(G)now let’s re (C)cov er your (G)soul.

And (D)hey, (G)now let’s re (C)cov er your (G)soul.

Recover Your Soul by Elton John — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Recover Your Soul by Elton John 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 "Recover Your Soul" 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 "Recover Your Soul"?
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 "Recover Your Soul" use?
Just 12 chords: Am, Am7, B7, Bm7, C, D, D6, D7, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Elton John songs work for kids?
Try "SOMEONE SAVED MY LIFE TONIGHT", "CROCODILE ROCK", "BURN DOWN THE MISSION". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.