Shanghai Breezes

by John Denver

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Lyrics

It’s (F)fun ny how you (C)sound as if you’re (Am)right next door when you’re (F)real ly half a (Dm)world all a way.

There I (F)just can’t seem to (C)find the words I’m (Am)look ing for,

to (F)say the things that (Dm)I want to (Gm7)say.

I (F)can’t re mem ber (C)when I felt so (Am)close to you;

it’s (F)al most more than (Dm)I can bear.

And es (F)Though I seem a (C)half a mil lion (Am)miles from you, you are (F)in my heart and (Dm)liv ing there.

And the (F)moon and the (Bb)stars are the same ones you see; it’s the (C)same old sun up in the sky.

And your (F)voice in my (Bb)ear is like heav en to me, like the (C)breez es here in old Shang hai.

There are (F)lov ers who walk (C)sound hand in hand (Am)right in park when and (F)lov ers who walk (Dm)world all a lone.

There are (F)lov ers who lie (C)find un a fraid (Am)look in dark and (F)lov ers who long (Dm)I want for (Gm7)home.

I (F)could n’t leave you (C)e ven if I (Am)want ed to; you’re (F)in my dreams and (Dm)al ways near.

And es (F)pe ci’lly when I (C)sing the songs I (Am)wrote for you, you are (F)in my heart and (Dm)liv ing there.

And the (F)moon and the (Bb)stars are the same ones you see; it’s the (C)same old sun up in the sky.

And your (F)face in my (Bb)dreams is like heav en to me, like the (C)breez es here in old Shang hai.

There are

(Gm)Shang hai breez es, (Am)cool and clear ing, (Bb)eve ning’s sweet ca ress.

(Gm)Shang hai breez es, (Am)soft and gen tle, re (Bb)mind me of your ten der ness.

And the (F)moon and the (Bb)stars are the same ones you see; it’s the (C)same old sun up in the sky.

And your (F)love in my (Bb)life is like heav en to me, like the (C)breez es here in old Shang hai.

And the (F)moon and the (Bb)stars are the same ones you see; it’s the (C)same old sun up in the sky.

And your (F)love in my (Bb)life is like heav en to me, like the (C)breez es here in old Shang hai.

And the

Just like the (Gm)breez es here in (C)old Shang (F)hai.

Shanghai Breezes by John Denver — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Shanghai Breezes 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 Bb at 100 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 "Shanghai Breezes" 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 "Shanghai Breezes"?
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.