Stand Tall

by Dirty Heads

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Lyrics

Say what you say, I just sail a way.

(Am)much.

She can’t pres stand sure may (G)me, come but I to miss pres her sure face.

us.

Oh, they came to watch us I feel fall, like (C)drown ing, oh, yes, but they the came to (Dm)tide’s watch us too fall.

low.

And now we’re wait ing a for the un der tow.

So I stand tall, it (G)gets a lit tle bet ter.

I see the wa ter we can (Am)break down to geth er.

Stand tall, it (G)gets a lit tle bet ter now.

We can break it down, we can break it.

Stand tall, it (G)gets a lit tle bet ter.

I see the wa ter we can (Am)break down to geth er.

Stand tall, it (G)gets a lit tle bet ter now.

We can break it down, we can break it.

We can break it down, we can break it.

Say I can on I ly take so way.

(Am)much.

The can’t pres stand sure may (G)me, come but I to miss pres her sure face.

us.

Oh, they came to watch us I feel fall, like (C)drown ing, oh, yes, but they the came to (Dm)tide’s watch us too fall.

low.

But we will rise up a gainst them all.

der tow.

So I Stand tall, it (G)gets a lit tle bet ter.

I see the wa ter we can (Am)break down to geth er.

Stand tall, it (G)gets a lit tle bet ter now.

We can break it down, we can break it.

Stand tall, it (G)gets a lit tle bet ter.

I see the wa ter we can (Am)break down to geth er.

Stand tall, it (G)gets a lit tle bet ter now.

We can break it down, we can break it.

We can break it down, we can break it.

(F)Par don me, you’re far too loud.

You’re gon na (E)sing my song, gon na sing it proud.

(Am)No one’s gon na bring me down; gon na stand up strong, gon na hold my ground.

(F)Tell me what are we fight ing for, (E)chance to do what we’ve done be fore, (Am)tell me what are we fight ing for, fight ing for, fight ing for?

(F)Par don me, you’re far too loud.

You’re gon na (E)sing my song, gon na sing it proud.

(Am)No one’s gon na bring me down; gon na stand up strong, gon na hold my ground.

(F)Tell me what are we fight ing for, (E)chance to do what we’ve done be fore, (Am)tell me what are we fight ing for, fight ing for, fight ing for?

fight ing for, fight ing for?

We can break it down, we can break it.

We can break it down, we can break.

We can break it down, we can break it.

We can break it down, we can break.

We can break it down, (It gets a we lit can tle break.

bet ter.) Stand tall, it (G)gets a lit tle bet ter.

I see the wa ter we can (Am)break down to geth er.

Stand tall, it (G)gets a lit tle bet ter now.

We can break it down, we can break it.

We can break it down, we can break it.

Work it in a while and work it in style, now work it in a while and work it in style.

Stand Tall by Dirty Heads — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Stand Tall by Dirty Heads 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 160 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 "Stand Tall" 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 "Stand Tall"?
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.