The Riddle

by Five For Fighting

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(G)There was a (Gsus)man back in nine ty (G)five whose heart ran out of (Gsus)sum mers.

But be fore he (G)died, I (E7sus)asked him, “Wait, what’s the (C)sense in (Em7)life?

ing Come (G)o ver (Am)me, Some thing come (G)o ver me?”

He said, (Gsus)“Son, big why you got to sing that (G)tune?

Catch a Dy lan (Gsus)song it, or some e clipse of the (G)moon, let an (E7sus)an gel (Am)swing on and (C)make you (Em)swoon, and then (Am)you will see, I (D)you will see.” ly

Then he (G)said, “Here’s a (Dsus)rid dle for you; find the (Em7)an swer.

There’s a (C)rea son for the (Dsus)world,

you and (G)I.”

(G)Picked up my (D)kid from (C)school to (D)day.

“Did you (G)learn an y thing, ’cause in the world to day you can’t (Em)live in a cas tle far a way.

Now (Gmaj7)talk to me, come (D)talk to me.” He (D)said, (G)“Dad, I’m (D)big, but we’re (C)small er than (D)small.

In the (G)scheme of things, well, we’re noth ing at all.

Still, ev ’ry (Em)moth er’s child sings a lone ly song, so (C)play with (D)me, come (G)play with me.

And hey, (G)Dad, here’s a (Dsus)rid dle for you.

Find the (Em7)an swer.

There’s a (C)rea son for the (Dsus)world,

you and (G)I.”

I said, “Son, for (Dsus)all I’ve told you, when you get (Em7)right down to the (C)rea son for the (Dsus)world,

who am (G)I?”

There are (D)se crets that we (G)still have left to (Em7)find.

There have been (D)mys ter ies from the be (G)gin ning

of (F)time.

There are (D)an swers we’re not (G)wise e (D)nough to (E7)see.

He said, “You (C)look ing for a clue: I love you (C)free.”

(C)rea son for the (Dsus)world,

you and (G)I...

The Riddle by Five For Fighting — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Riddle by Five For Fighting 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 120 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 Riddle" 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 Riddle"?
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.