Something Big

· by Shawn Mendes

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(Gm)Oh, whoa

whoa,

oh, whoa,

whoa.

(Gm)Oh, play the lot to you might win it.

It’s like (F)twen ty five to life so you bust out of pris on.

Some thing’s in the air, some thing’s (Eb)in the air.

It’s like that (Gm)feel in’ when you’re just a bout to kill it.

Take your (F)last shot, you know you’re gon na hit it.

Some thing’s in the air, some thing’s (Eb)in the air, whoa.

(Gm)Some thing big, I feel it hap pen ing.

(F)Out of my con trol.

(Dm)Push ing, pull ing and it’s grab bing me.

(Eb)Feel it in my bones.

Like (Gm)oh, whoa,

whoa,

(Dm)oh, whoa.

(Eb)Some thing big, I feel it hap pen ing.

(Gm)Oh, whoa,

whoa,

(Dm)oh, whoa,

(Eb)some thing big.

It’s like that (Gm)feel in’ when you’re ’bout to win the med al and you (F)worked so hard that you knew you would n’t set tle.

Hands are in the air, hands are (Eb)in the air.

When they (Gm)hear you when you thought they would n’t lis ten.

It’s like an (F)an them that the whole world’s sing in’.

Hands are in the air, hands are (Eb)in the air, whoa.

(Eb)some thing big.

(CN.C.)Whoa,

yeah, yeah.

If we (Gm)stomp our feet the ground will shake.

If we (Bb)clap our hands, the walls will break.

(Cm)Yell so loud, won’t for get our names ’cause (Eb)some thing big is hap pen ing.

(Gm)Take this spark and start a fire.

(Bb)Raise this up, we’re feel ing high’r.

(Cm)They can’t tell us an y thing ’cause (Eb)some thing big is hap pen ing.

(Gm)Some thing big, I feel it hap pen ing.

(F)Out of my con trol.

(Dm)Push ing, pull ing and it’s grab bing me.

(Eb)Feel it in my bones.

Like (Gm)oh, whoa,

whoa,

(Dm)oh, whoa,

Some thing big is hap pen ing, whoa.

(Gm)Oh, whoa,

whoa,

(Dm)oh, whoa.

(Eb)Some thing big, I feel it hap pen ing.

(Gm)Oh.

Something Big by Shawn Mendes — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Something Big” by Shawn Mendes 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 110 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 "Something Big" 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 "Something Big"?: 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 "Something Big" use?: Just 7 chords: Bb, C, Cm, Dm, Eb, F, Gm. Take it one section at a time.
What other Shawn Mendes songs work for kids?: Try "I DON'T EVEN KNOW YOUR NAME", "LOST IN JAPAN", "FALLIN' ALL IN YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.