The Motions

· by Matthew West

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This might hurt, it’s not safe, I’m but I know that I’ve got ta make a change.

I don’t care if I break; at least I’m I’ll be feel ing some thing.

’Cause “just o kay” is not e nough.

Help me fight through the (C)noth ing ness of life.

life.

I don’t wan na go (F)through the mo tions.

I don’t wan na go (Gm)one more day with out Your (F)all con sum ing pas sion in side of me.

I don’t wan na spend my (Dm)whole life ask ing, “What if I had (C)giv en ev ’ry thing

in stead of go ing through the mo tions?”

No re grets, not this time.

I’m gon na let my I’ve heart de feat my mind, let Your love make me whole.

I think I’m fi n’lly feel ing some thing.

’Cause “just o kay” is not e nough.

Help me fight through the (C)noth ing ness of this life.

I don’t wan na go (F)through the mo tions.

I don’t wan na go (Gm)one more day with out Your (F)all con sum ing pas sion in side of me.

I don’t wan na spend my (Dm)whole life ask ing, “What if I had (C)giv en ev ’ry thing

in stead of go ing through the mo tions?”

go ing through the mo tions?”

(Take me (Bb)all the way.) Take me (C)all the way.

(Take me (Bb)all the way.) ’Cause I don’t wan na go through (C)the mo tions.

(Take me (Bb)all the way.) Now I’m fi nal ly (C)feel ing some thing real.

(Take me (Bb)all the way.)

I don’t wan na go (F)through the mo tions.

I don’t wan na go (Gm)one more day with out Your (F)all con sum ing pas sion in side of me.

I don’t wan na spend my (Dm)whole life ask ing, “What if I had (C)giv en ev ’ry thing

in stead of go ing through the mo tions?” I don’t wan na go (F)through the mo tions.

I don’t wan na go (Gm)one more day with out Your (F)all con sum ing pas sion in side of me.

I don’t wan na spend my (Dm)whole life ask ing, “What if I had (C)giv en ev ’ry thing

in stead of go ing through the mo tions?”

(Take me (Bb)all the way.) Take me (C)all the way.

(Take me (Bb)all the way.) I don’t wan na go, I don’t wan na go

through the mo tions.

(Take me (Bb)all the way.)

I don’t wan na go (F)through the mo tions.

The Motions by Matthew West — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Motions” by Matthew West 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 Bb at 80 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 "The Motions" 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 Motions"?: 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.
How many chords does "The Motions" use?: Just 8 chords: Bb, C, C6, Csus4, Dm, F, Gm, Gm9. Take it one section at a time.
What other Matthew West songs work for kids?: Try "DO SOMETHING", "GRACE WINS", "MORE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.