Still They Ride

by Journey

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Lyrics

Jes se rides

through the night,

un der the (G)Main Street light;

rid in’ slow.

This ol’ town

ain’t the same;

now, no bod y (G)knows his name.

Times have changed;

still he (Dm)rides.

Traf fic lights

keep in’ time,

oh, lead ing the (G)wild and rest less

through the night.

Still they ride

on (C)wheels of fire;

they rule the (Am)night.

Still they ride;

the strong will sur vive, chas ing (G)thun der.

Spin nin’ a round

in a spell,

woh, it’s time to leave this (G)car ou sel,

’round and ’round and (C)’round and ’round.

Still they ride

on (C)wheels of fire;

they rule the (C)night.

Still they ride;

the strong will sur vive, chas in’ (B)thun der

through the night.

Still They Ride by Journey — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Still They Ride by Journey 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 80 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 "Still They Ride" 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 "Still They Ride"?
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 Journey songs work for kids?
Try "Faithfully", "FAITHFULLY", "When You Love a Woman". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.