Rocky Mountain High

· by John Denver

🎹 Loading song

Preparing player…

1

—

Play in Full Modes More Songs for Kids

Lyrics

He was born

in the sum mer of his (F#m7)twen ty sev enth (B)year,

com in’ (E)home

to a place he’d nev er (F#m7)been be fore.

He left (E)yes ter day be hind him; you might (F#m7)say he was born a gain.

You might (E)say he found a key for ev ’ry door.

When he

in the sum mer of his (F#m7)twen ty sev enth (B)year,

com in’ (E)home

to a place he’d nev er (F#m7)been be fore.

He left (E)yes ter day be hind him; you might (F#m7)say he was born a gain.

You might (E)say he found a key for ev ’ry door.

Now he

But the (A)Col o ra do (B)Rock y Moun tain high,

I’ve (A)seen it rain in’ fire

in the sky.

The (A)shad ow from the star light

is (Emaj7)soft er than a lull a (A)by.

Rock y Moun tain high,

Rock y Moun tain high.

He climbed

It’s a (A)Col o ra do Rock y Moun tain high.

I’ve (A)seen it rain in’ fire

in the sky.

(A)Friends a round the camp fire

and (E)ev ’ry bod y’s (A)high.

Rock y Moun tain high.

Rock y Moun tain high.

Rock y Moun tain high.

Rocky Mountain High by John Denver — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Rocky Mountain High” by John Denver 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 E at 110 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 "Rocky Mountain High" 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 "Rocky Mountain High"?: 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 "Rocky Mountain High" use?: Just 6 chords: A, B, D, E, Emaj7, F#m7. Take it one section at a time.
What other John Denver songs work for kids?: Try "Thank God I'm a Country Boy", "Follow Me", "THANK GOD I'M A COUNTRY BOY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.