She's Got A Way

· by Billy Joel

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Lyrics

She’s got a (D)way

a bout her.

I (C)don’t know what it is,

but I (D7)know that I can’t (D7)live with out her.

She’s got a way

of (Em)pleas in’.

I (C)don’t know why it is,

but there (D7)does n’t have to be a (D7)rea son an y way.

She’s got a (D)smile

that heals me.

I (C)don’t know why it is,

but I (D7)have to laugh when (D7)she re veals me.

She’s got a way

of (Em)talk in’.

I (C)don’t know why it is,

but it (D7)lifts me up when we are (D7)walk in’ an y way.

an y where.

She (D)comes to me when I’m (Am)feel in’ down, In (G)spires me with (Gm)out a sound.

She (D)touch es me and (F#)I get turned a round.

She’s got a (D)way of show (Em)in’

(C)how I make her feel,

and I (D7)find the strength to keep on (D7)go in’.

She’s got a (D)light a round (Em)her,

and (C)ev ’ry where she goes

a (D7)mil lion dreams of (D7)love sur round her ev ’ry where.

She (D)comes to me when I’m (Am)feel in’ down, in (G)spires me with (Gm)out a sound.

She (D)touch es me,

I get turned a round.

Oh.

(G)Oh.

Oh.

She’s got a (D)smile

that (Em)heals me.

I (C)don’t know why it is,

but I (D7)have to laugh when (D7)she re veals me.

She’s got a (D7)way

a bout her.

I (C)don’t know what it is,

but I (D7)know that I can’t (D7)live with out her an y way.

She's Got A Way by Billy Joel — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “She's Got A Way” by Billy Joel 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 68 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 "She's Got A Way" 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 "She's Got A Way"?: 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 "She's Got A Way" use?: Just 12 chords: Am, Bm, C, D, D7, Ebmaj7, Em, F, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Billy Joel songs work for kids?: Try "SCENES FROM AN ITALIAN RESTAURANT", "EVERYBODY HAS A DREAM", "CAPTAIN JACK". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.