These Walls

by Teddy Geiger

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I can’t be lieve what is in front of me.

The wa ter’s ris ing up to my knees, and I can’t fig ure out how the (Cm)hell I wound up here.

Ev ’ry thing seemed o kay when I start ed out the oth er day, then the (Bb)rain came pour ing down and now want.

You I’m had me drown (Cm)too ing in my fears.

As I watch the set ting sun, I won der if I’m the on ly one, ’cause (Eb)ev ’ry bod y (Bb)tries to put some (F)love on the line,

(Fsus)and (Eb)ev ’ry bod y (Bb)feels a bro ken (F)heart some times.

(Fsus)And (Eb)e ven when I’m (Bb)scared I have to (F)try to fly, and some (Fsus)times I (Eb)fall,

but I’ve (Bb)seen it done be fore.

I got ta step out side (D7)these (Gm)walls.

I’ve got no mas ter plan to I help me out or make me stand up for (Bb)all the things that I real ly want.

You I’m had me drown (Cm)too a fraid to ask.

As I look a head of me, I try and pray I’m for san i ty, ’cause (Eb)ev ’ry bod y (Bb)tries to put some (F)love on the line,

(Fsus)and (Eb)ev ’ry bod y (Bb)feels a bro ken (F)heart some times.

(Fsus)And (Eb)e ven when I’m (Bb)scared I have to (F)try to fly, and some (Fsus)times I (Eb)fall,

but I’ve (Bb)seen it done be fore.

I got ta step out side (D7)these (Gm)walls.

(Eb)walls.

These walls can’t be my ha ven.

These walls can’t keep me safe here.

Now I guess I’ve got ta let them down.

’Cause (Eb)ev ’ry bod y (Bb)tries to put some (F)love on the line,

(F)and (Eb)ev ’ry bod y (Bb)feels a bro ken (F)heart some times.

(Fsus)And (Eb)e ven when I’m (Bb)scared I have to (F)try to fly, and some (Fsus)times I (Eb)fall,

but I’ve (Bb)seen it done be fore.

(Eb)(Ev ’ry bod y (Bb)tries to put some (F)love on the line,

(Fsus)and (Eb)ev ’ry bod y (Bb)feels a bro ken (F)heart some times.

(F)And (Eb)e ven when I’m (Bb)scared I have to try to fly.) I’m step ping out side these (Eb)walls.

I’ve (Bb)seen it done be fore.

These Walls by Teddy Geiger — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “These Walls” by Teddy Geiger 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 74 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 "These Walls" 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 "These Walls"?
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.