Shower The People

by James Taylor

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You can (F)play the game and you can (C)act out the part though you (Dm)know it was n’t (F)writ ten for (Bb)you.

But tell me (F)how do can you stand there with your (C)bro ken heart,

(A)when a (Dm)shamed of play ing the (Bb)fool?

Once you (F)One thing can lead to an (C)oth er, you feel, it does n’t (Dm)take an y sac (F)ning ri (Bb)fice.

I Oh, it’s (F)fa ther and say moth er, sis (C)ter and broth er, (Dm)if it feels nice (F)the

(Bb)don’t think twice.

Just (Gm7)show er the peo ple you (C)love with love;

(Gm7)show them the way that you (C)feel.

(Gm7)Things are gon na work out (C)fine, if you (A)on ly (Dm)will.

What I (Am7)mean to say to (D7)you, is to (Gm7)show er the peo ple you (C)love with love;

(Gm7)show them the way you (C)feel.

(Gm7)Things are gon na be much (C)bet ter if you (A)on ly (Dm)will.

(F)You can run and but you (C)can not the hide; though you (Dm)know it this is (F)wide ten ly (Bb)known.

But tell And (F)what do you plan to do with your (C)fool ish pride

(A)when you’re (Dm)all by your self a (Bb)lone?

Once you (F)tell thing some bod y the (C)way that you feel, it you can (Dm)feel it be gin (F)ning to (Bb)ease.

I think it’s (F)true what they say a bout the (C)squeak y wheel, er, (Dm)al ways get ting (F)the

(Bb)grease.

Bet ter to (Gm7)show er the peo ple you (C)love with love;

(Gm7)show them the way that you (C)feel.

(Gm7)Things are gon na be just (C)fine, if you (A)on ly (Dm)will.

What I (Am7)mean to say to (D7)you, is to (Gm7)show er the peo ple you (C)love with love;

(Gm7)show them the way you (C)feel.

(Gm7)Things are gon na be much (C)bet ter if you (A)on ly (Dm)will.

(Dm)will.

(Gm)Show er the peo ple you (C)love with love;

(Gm7)show them the way you (C)feel.

(Gm)Show er the peo ple you (C)love with love;

(Gm7)show them the way you (C)feel.

(C)feel.

Shower The People by James Taylor — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Shower The People” by James Taylor 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 98 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Shower The People" 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 "Shower The People"?
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.