Somebody To Love

· by Jefferson Airplane

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Lyrics

When the truth is found

to be

lies,

and all the joy

with in you

dies, don’t you (C)want some (G)bod y to love?

(D)Don’t you (Am)need some (G)bod y to love?

(D)Would n’t you (C)love some (G)bod y to love?

(D)You bet ter (C)find some (D)bod y to love.

When the gar den’s flow ers,

ba by, are

dead, yes, and your mind, your (D)mind

is so (Am)full of red,

don’t you (C)want some (G)bod y to love?

(D)Don’t you (C)need some (G)bod y to love?

(D)Would n’t you (C)love some (G)bod y to love?

(D)You bet ter (C)find some (D)bod y to love.

Your eyes, I say your eyes may look like his.

Yeah, but in your head, ba by, I’m a fraid you don’t know (Am)where it is.

(D)Don’t you (C)want some (G)bod y to love?

(D)Don’t you (C)need some (G)bod y to love?

(D)Would n’t you (C)love some (G)bod y to love?

(D)You bet ter (C)find some (D)bod y to love.

Tears are run ning,

they’re all (Am)run ning down your breast,

and (Am)your friends, ba by,

they (G)treat you (Am)like a guest.

Don’t you (C)want some (G)bod y to love?

Don’t you (C)need some (G)bod y to love?

Would n’t you (C)love some (G)bod y to love?

You bet ter (C)find some (D)bod y to (Am)love.

Somebody To Love by Jefferson Airplane — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Somebody To Love” by Jefferson Airplane 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 A at 120 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 "Somebody To Love" 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 "Somebody To Love"?: 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.
What other Jefferson Airplane songs work for kids?: Try "SOMEBODY TO LOVE", "WHITE RABBIT", "LET'S GET TOGETHER". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.