Something In The Water

by Carrie Underwood

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He said, (C)“I’ve been he where and you’ve went been my be fore; down n’t (D)ev ’ry hall it way’s a slam ming door.

days.

Then it (C)No me way out, no one to come and save I me; (D)wast ing a life that the Good out Lord fight.

gave me.” Then (C)some back bod y said so what I’m say ing to you, say ing, (D)o pened my eyes there, and and told me the truth.

They said, (C)“Just a lit tle faith, it ’ll all get bet ter.” So I (D)fol lowed that wa preach er man down to the riv er.

And now I’m

changed,

and now I’m (Em)strong

er.

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

ter.

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

ter.

And, I (C)heard what he said and I went on my way, fore; did n’t (D)think a bout it for a cou ple of days.

Then it (C)hit me like light ning late one come night.

save I was (D)all out of hope and the all out of fight.

gave Could n’t (C)fight back the tears said so I fell on my knees, you, say ing, (D)“God, pened if You’re there, come and res cue the me.” They Felt (C)love a pour ing down it from all a bove; ter.” got I (D)washed in the wa preach 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.

And, I (Em)wa

ter.

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

Got (Em7)joy in my heart, an gels on my side.

(C)Thank God Al might y, I saw the light.

Gon na (G)look a head, no turn ing back.

(Bm)Live ev ’ry day, give it all that I have.

(Em)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 (Em)wa

ter.

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

ter.

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

ter.

Oh yeah, I (G)once

was

(Bm)lost,

but (Em)now

I’m

(Cmaj7)found;

was (G)blind,

but

(Bm)now

I

see.

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 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 "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.
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.