Standing Still

by Jewel

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Lyrics

(Bm)Cut ers tin’ through stoop, the in dark est night in my (D)two head mer lights.

Be Tryin’ to (Bm)keep it clear, flight but I’m (A)los ing it here sight to the (D)the twi light.

There’s a (Bm)dead end to my left; feel there’s a (A)burn ing bush in (D)to my right.

You (Bm)aren’t in sight;

I feel you (D)aren’t in sight.

(G)Do

you

(Asus)want me

(G)like

I

(Asus)want you, or (A)am I stand ing still

be (D)neath the dark ened sky?

Or (Asus)am I (A)stand ing still

with the (D)scen er y fly ing by?

Or (A)am I stand ing still?

Out of the (Gmaj7)cor ner of my eye,

(F#m)was that (Bm)you

(Gmaj7)pass ing me by?

(Bm)Moth ers on the stoop, boys in souped up coupes on this (D)hot sum mer night.

Be tween to (Bm)fight and clear, flight is the (A)blind ing man’s here sight and the (D)choice that’s right.

There’s I (Bm)roll the win dow down, feel like I’m (A)gon na drown in (D)this strange town.

Feel (Bm)bro ken down;

I feel you (D)bro ken down.

(G)Do

you

(Asus)need me

(G)like

I

(Asus)need you, or (A)am I stand ing still

be (D)neath the dark ened sky?

Or (Asus)am I (A)stand ing still

with the (D)scen er y fly ing by?

Or (A)am I stand ing still?

Out of the (Gmaj7)cor ner of my eye,

(F#m)was that (Bm)you

(Gmaj7)pass ing me by?

Sweet sor row he said, “Call to mor row.”

Sweet sor row he said, “Call to mor row.” (D5)Do

(G)you

(Asus)love me

(D)like

(G)I

(Asus)love you, or (A)am I stand ing

Are you pass

ing me (G)by,

pass ing by?

(Dmaj7)(Do

(Gmaj9)you

(Asus)want me)

Pass ing me by.

(Dmaj7)Do you

(Gmaj9)need me

(Asus)like I

(A)need you too?

And (Dmaj7)do you

(Gmaj9)want me

(Asus)like I

(A)want you?

Or are you (D)pass

ing me by?

Or am I stand ing still?

(Dmaj7)Do you

(Gmaj9)need me

(Asus)like I

(A)need you too?

And (Dmaj7)do you

(Gmaj9)want me

(Asus)like I

(A)want you?

Or are you (D)pass

ing me by?

Or am I stand ing still?

Or am I stand ing still?

Standing Still by Jewel — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Standing Still by Jewel 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 D at 120 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 "Standing Still" 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 "Standing Still"?
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.