Similar Features

by Melissa Etheridge

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Go on and (Em9)close your eyes, go on i mag ine me (Em)there.

She’s got (A7)sim i lar fea tures, with long er hair.

And if (Em9)that’s what it takes to get you (Em)through, go on and (A7)close your eyes.

It should n’t both er you.

You nev er had to wait for noth ing in your life.

I guess (Bm)want ing me must have been they a steel it at blue feet.

knife.

But And when (G)night af ter night the scent of pas sion would lin ger, you you (Bm)had to have the jewels when the wrapped a round your fin ger.

Now you keep (C)run ning down the road wet in your mid (D)night it by state of mind.

Were you Cur i (C)os i ty kills felt, if you can’t (B7)me read the signs.

Go on and (Em9)close your eyes, go on i mag ine me (Em)there.

She’s got (A7)sim i lar fea tures, with long er hair.

And if (Em9)that’s what it takes to (Em)get you through, go on and (A7)close your eyes.

It should n’t both er you.

Danc ing with the wall made you bit ter and sweet.

life.

There ain’t (Bm)much you can do have when they just lay it at your feet.

knife.

But could you (G)tell by the song I want ed to be the one.

ger, Did you (Bm)lis ten have a gain when the dam age was done.

fin ger.

Now Now the (C)paint’s ning down still road wet in in your (D)do it by num ber dream.

Were you gon na (C)tell me how it felt, will you tell (B7)me what it means.

Go on and (Em9)close your eyes, go on i mag ine me (Em)there.

She’s got (A7)sim i lar fea tures, with long er hair.

And if (Em9)that’s what it takes to (Em)get you through, go on and (A7)close your eyes.

It should n’t both er you.

Was it (D)want with no de (Em)sire.

Was it (D)smoke with no (Em)fire.

Did I (A7)say it does n’t rip me a part.

I lied.

I’m sor ry, dear, my hands

are tied.

Go on and (Em9)close your eyes, go on i mag ine me (Em)there.

She’s got (A7)sim i lar fea tures, with long er hair.

And if (Em9)that’s what it takes to get you (Em)through, go on and (A7)close your eyes.

It should n’t both er you.

(Em9)close your eyes, go on i mag ine me (Em)there.

She’s got (A7)sim i lar fea tures, with long er hair.

And if (Em9)that’s what it takes to get you (Em)through, go on and (A7)close your eyes.

It should n’t both er you.

Similar Features by Melissa Etheridge — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Similar Features by Melissa Etheridge 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 115 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 "Similar Features" 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 "Similar Features"?
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.