Rise Above 2

· by Bono & The Edge

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Lyrics

(Cm)this.

(Free your soul.)

(Fm)(Rise a bove your self and take con (Cm)trol.)

(You need to love,

to re (G)lease your self and rise (G7)a bove it (Cm)all.)

(I will be there.)

(You were (Fm)nev er

a lone.)

(Eb)(In side your dreams,

I’ve been (G)watch ing and wait ing for you.)

And you can rise

a bove,

o pen your eyes

to love.

And you can rise

a bove

your self.

Rise Above 2 by Bono & The Edge — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Rise Above 2” by Bono & The Edge 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 Eb at 84 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 "Rise Above 2" 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 "Rise Above 2"?: 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 "Rise Above 2" use?: Just 21 chords: Ab, Abmaj7, Am, Bb, Bb6, Bbm, Cm, D#7, +13 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Bono & The Edge songs work for kids?: Try "BOY FALLS FROM THE SKY", "IF THE WORLD SHOULD END". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.