Shattered

by O.A.R.

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Lyrics

In a way I need a change from this burn out scene: an oth er time, an oth er town, an oth er ev ’ry thing.

But it’s (G)al ways back to you.

I had Stum ble out in the night from the pour ing rain.

Made the block, sat and thought there’s more I need.

(F)falls.

It’s (G)al ways back to you.

Well, I’m good

with out ya, yeah, I’m good

with out you.

Yeah, yeah, yeah.

(C)How man y times can I break ’til I shat ter?

(G)O ver the line can’t de fine what I’m af ter.

I (Am)al ways

(G)turn the car a round.

(C)Give me a break, let me make my own pat tern.

(G)All that it takes is some time, but I’m shat tered.

I (Am)al ways

(G)turn the car a round.

I had no i dea that the night would take so damn long.

Took it out on the street while the rain still (F)falls.

It’s (G)Push me back to you.

Well, I’m good

with out ya, yeah, I’m good

with out you.

Yeah, yeah, yeah.

(C)All that I feel is the real ness I’m fak in’.

(G)Tak in’ my time, but it’s time that I’m wast in’.

I (Am)Al ways

(G)turn the car a round.

(C)How man y times can I break ’til I shat ter?

(G)O ver the line can’t de fine what I’m af ter.

I (Am)al ways

(G)turn the car a round.

(F)Give it up, give it up, (C)ba by.

(F)Give it up, give it up (C)now,

now.

(C)How man y times can I break ’til I shat ter?

(Am)O ver the line can’t de fine what I’m af ter.

I (F)al ways

(G)turn the car a round.

Don’t wan na (G)turn that car a round.

I’ve got ta (G)turn this thing a round.

Shattered by O.A.R. — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Shattered by O.A.R. 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 C at 106 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 "Shattered" 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 "Shattered"?
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 "Shattered" use?
Just 6 chords: Am, Am7, C, F, Fmaj7, G. Take it one section at a time.