The Horizon Has Been Defeated

by Jack Johnson

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Lyrics

Ho (G)ri zon has been de feat ed by the (F)pi rates of the new age.

(G)cans.

But A li en come ca si (C)on nos, an if well, (F)may be it’s just time to say And then that things can go zig bad wheels (C)ing, and then and (F)make you want to run a way.

And then But as we grow to old er, un til the (F)trou ble just seems to stay.

(G)Fu a ture com pli ca tions in the (F)strings ger, be you tween the (G)close.

’Cause no prints can lone from fin (C)on gers an i ma (F)chines be with be come our hands.

And then our feet be come zig the noth (C)ing, and then the (F)wheels er be it’s come the cars.

And then the rigs be gin to drill un til the (F)drill ing just goes too far.

(G)Things can go bad

and (F)make you want to run a way.

But as we grow old er, ho (F)ri zon be gins to fade,

fade,

fade,

fade

a way.

(G)peo ple are lone ly and on ly an i (F)mals with too man y tools that can build all the junk that we sell.

Oh, some time, man, make you want to yell, and… (G)Things can go bad

and (F)make you want to run a way.

But as we grow old er, ho (F)ri zon be gins to fade

a way,

fade

a way,

fade,

fade,

fade,

fade,

fade,

fade.

The Horizon Has Been Defeated by Jack Johnson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Horizon Has Been Defeated” by Jack Johnson 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 176 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 "The Horizon Has Been Defeated" 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 "The Horizon Has Been Defeated"?
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.