The Horses

by Rickie Lee Jones

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We will fly

way up high,

where the cold wind blows;

or in the sun,

laugh ing, hav ing fun

with all the (F)peo ple that she knows.

And if the sit u a tion should keep us sep a rat ed,

you know the (F)world won’t fall a part.

And you will free the (G6/9)beau ti ful bird

that’s caught in side your (CN.C.)heart.

Can’t you hear her?

Oh, she cries so loud, casts her wild note o ver wa ter and cloud.

That’s (Fsus2)the way (Csus2)it’s gon na (Dm7)be, lit tle (F)dar lin’;

we’ll (Csus2)be rid ing on (Dm7)the hors es, (F)yeah yeah,

way (Csus2)up in the (Dm7)sky, lit tle (F)dar lin’.

(Csus2)If you fall, (Dm7)I’ll pick you up, (F)pick you up.

Ooh hoo hoo.

Ooh hoo hoo hoo hoo.

Ooh.

You will grow,

and un til you go,

well, I’ll be right there by your side.

And e ven then,

whis per the wind,

and she will car ry up your ride.

I hear all the peo ple of the world

in a lit tle bird’s lone ly cry.

See them try’n’ ev ’ry (G6/9)way they know how

to make their spir it fly.

Can’t you see him?

He’s down on the ground, has a bro ken wing, look ing all a round.

That’s (Fsus2)the way (Csus2)it’s gon na (Dm7)be, lit tle (F)dar lin’;

you’ll (Csus2)go rid ing on (Dm7)the hors es, (F)yeah yeah,

way (Csus2)up in the (Dm7)sky, lit tle (F)dar lin’.

(Csus2)If you fall, (Dm7)I’ll pick you up, (F)pick you up.

That’s the way (Csus2)it’s gon na (Dm7)be, lit tle (F)dar lin’;

we’ll (Csus2)be rid ing on (Dm7)the hors es, (F)yeah yeah,

way (Csus2)up in the (Dm7)sky, lit tle (F)dar lin’.

(Csus2)If you fall, (Dm7)I’ll pick you up, (F)pick you up.

That’s the way (Csus2)it’s gon na (Dm7)be, pick you up, (F)pick you up.

(Csus2)If you fall, (Dm7)I’ll pick you up, (F)pick you up.

(Csus2)If you fall, (Dm7)I’ll pick you up, (F)pick you up.

(That‘s (Csus2)the way it’s gon na (Dm7)be, pick you up, (F)pick you up.

(Csus2)If you fall, (Dm7)I’ll pick you up.)

The Horses by Rickie Lee Jones — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Horses” by Rickie Lee Jones 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 92 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 Horses" 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 Horses"?
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.