Is "Something In The Water" 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 In The Water"?

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 In The Water" use?

Just 9 chords: Bm, C, Cmaj7, Cmaj9, Csus2, D, Em, Em7, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Carrie Underwood songs work for kids?

Try "EVER EVER AFTER", "INSIDE YOUR HEAVEN", "JESUS TAKE THE WHEEL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Something In The Water

· by Carrie Underwood

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Lyrics

He said, “I’ve been he where you’ve I been be fore; down n’t ev ’ry hall way’s for a slam ple ming door.

Then it No me way out, no one to come and save me, was wast ing the life that the good Lord of gave me.

Then n’t some bod y said what I’m say ing to you, Say o “God, pened if my You’re eyes there, and come and told me the truth.

They said, Felt (Cmaj9)‘Just love a lit tle faith, ing it ’ll all get bet ter.’ So I fol that the preach er man down to the riv er.” And now I’m changed.

And now I’m (Em)strong

er.

There must ’ve been some thing in the (G)wa

ter.

Oh, there must ’ve been some thing in the (Em7)wa

ter.

Well, I heard been he where you’ve I been my way, did n’t think a bout it for a slam ple ming door.

Then it No me way light ning late to one and night, me, was all out of hope, and the all Lord of gave me.

Then n’t fight back the tears, so I fell on my knees.

Say o “God, pened if my You’re eyes there, and come and told me the truth.

They said, Felt (Cmaj9)‘Just love a lit tle faith, ing it ’ll from a bove, ter.’ got I washed that the wa er ter, washed in the blood.

er.” And now I’m changed.

And now I’m (Em)strong

er.

There must be been some thing in the (G)wa

ter.

Oh, there must be been some thing in the (Em7)wa

ter.

Well, I heard (Em7)wa

ter.

And now I’m sing (G)ing a long to “A maz ing Grace.” Can’t no bod y wipe this smile off my face.

Got joy in my heart, an gels on my side.

Thank God al might y, I saw the light.

Gon na look a head, no turn ing back, live ev ’ry day giv ing all that I have.

Trust in some one big ger than me ev er since the day that I be lieved.

I am changed.

And now I’m (Em)strong

er.

There must be some thing in the (G)wa

ter.

Oh, there must be some thing in the (Em7)wa

ter.

Oh, there must be some thing in the (G)wa

ter.

Oh, there must be some thing in the (Em7)wa

ter.

Oh yeah, I am

changed,

(Em)strong

er.

Something In The Water by Carrie Underwood — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Something In The Water” by Carrie Underwood 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 140 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 "Something In The Water" 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 In The Water"?: 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 In The Water" use?: Just 9 chords: Bm, C, Cmaj7, Cmaj9, Csus2, D, Em, Em7, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Carrie Underwood songs work for kids?: Try "EVER EVER AFTER", "INSIDE YOUR HEAVEN", "JESUS TAKE THE WHEEL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.