The Windmills Of Your Mind

by Michel LeGrand

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Lyrics

(Em)Round like a cir cle in a spi ral, like a wheel with in a (B7)wheel, Nev er end ing or be gin ning on an ev er spin ning (Em)reel.

Like a snow ball down a (E7)moun ing in a half for got ten (Am7)loon, Or the rip ples from a (D7)turn ble some one rings a round the (Gmaj7)moon.

Like a clock whose hands are (Cmaj7)sweep ing past the min utes of its (F#)face, And the world is like an (B7)ap ple whirl ing si lent ly in (A#dim7)space, Like the cir cles that you (B7)find in the wind mills of your (Em)mind!

Like a tun nel that you fol low to a tun nel of its (B7)own, Down a hol low to a cav ern where the sun has nev er (Em)shone.

Like a door that keeps re (E7)volv tain, or a car ni val bal (Am7)dream, Like a car ou sel that’s (D7)peb ing, run ning toss es in a (Gmaj7)stream.

Like a clock whose hands are (Cmaj7)sweep ing past the min utes of its (F#)face, And the world is like an (B7)ap ple whirl ing si lent ly in (A#dim7)space, Like the cir cles that you (B7)find in the wind mills of your (Em)mind!

Keys that jin gle in your pock et, words that jan gle in your (Am7)head.

Why did sum mer go so (D7)quick ly?

Was it some thing that you (Gmaj7)said?

Lov ers walk a long a (G7)shore and leave their foot prints in the (Cmaj7)sand.

Is the sound of dis tant (F#7)drum just the fin gers of your (Bm)hand?

Pic tures hang ing in a (E7)hall way and the frag ment of a (Am)song.

Half re mem bered names and (D7)fac es, but to whom do they be (Gmaj7)long?

When you knew that it was (Cmaj7)o ver, you were sud den ly a (F#)ware That the au tumn leaves were (B7)turn ing to the col or of her (Em)hair!

Like a cir cle in a spi ral, like a wheel with in a (B7)wheel, Nev er end ing or be gin ning on an ev er spin ning (A#dim7)reel.

As the im ag es un (Em)wind, Like the cir cles that you (B7)find in the wind mills of your (Em)mind!

The Windmills Of Your Mind by Michel LeGrand — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Windmills Of Your Mind by Michel LeGrand 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 E at 115 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 Windmills Of Your Mind" 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 Windmills Of Your Mind"?
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 Windmills Of Your Mind" use?
Just 13 chords: A#dim7, Am, Am7, B7, Bm, Cmaj7, D7, E7, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Michel LeGrand songs work for kids?
Try "You Must Believe In Spring", "The Windmills Of Your Mind", "HANDS OF TIME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.