This Woman's Work

by Kate Bush

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A ha.

A ha.

Ooh.

Ah, ah, ah, ah, ah.

Ah ooh.

Pray God you can (Dbmaj7)cope.

(Ab)I stand out (Dbmaj7)side

this wo man’s (Db)work,

this wo man’s (Eb)world.

(Fm7)Ooh, it’s hard on the man, now his (Cm7)part is ov er.

(Cm7)Now starts the (Dbmaj9)craft

of the (Dbmaj7)fa

(Eb)ther.

I know you’ve got a (Eb)lit tle life in you yet.

I know you’ve got a (Bbm7)lot of strength left.

I know you’ve got a (Eb)lit tle life in you (Ab)yet.

I know you’ve got a (Bbm7)lot of strength left.

I should be cry ing, but I (Eb)just can’t let it show.

I should be hop ing, but I can’t stop think ing...

Of all the things we should have (Eb)said that we nev er said and all the things we should have (Bbm7)done that we nev er did.

All the things I should have (Eb)giv en but I did n’t.

(Dbmaj7)Oh,

(Eb)darl ing make it (Bbm)go,

make it (Eb)go a way.

Give me these mo

ments,

give them back

to (Db)me.

Give me (Ab)a lit tle

kiss.

Give me your, (I know you have a lit tle life give in you me yet.) your (Bbm7)hand babe.

(I know you have a lot of strength Give left.) me that (Eb)pret ty, (I know you have a lit ooh, tle life show in you me yet.) you (Bbm7)un der (I stand.

know you have a lot of strength left.)

(I know you have a lit tle life give in you me yet.) your (Bbm7)hand babe.

(I know you have a lot of strength Give left.) me that (Eb)pret ty, (I know you have a lit ooh, tle life show in you me yet.) you (Bbm7)un der (I stand.

know you have a lot of strength left.)

Should be cry ing but I (Eb)just can’t let it go.

Should be hop ing but I (Eb)can’t stop

(Ab)think ing, think ing, think (Bbm7)ing...

Of all the things we should have (Eb)said that we nev er said and all the things we should have (Bbm7)done that we nev er did.

All the things that you (Eb)want ed from me.

All the things that you (Bbm7)need ed from me.

All the things we should have (Eb)giv en but I did n’t.

(Dbmaj7)Oh,

(Eb)darl ing make it (Bbm7)go.

Just make it (Cm7)go a way.

This Woman's Work by Kate Bush — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “This Woman's Work” by Kate Bush 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 Db at 58 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 "This Woman's Work" 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 "This Woman's Work"?
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 "This Woman's Work" use?
Just 11 chords: Ab, Bbm, Bbm7, Bbpow, C, Cm7, Db, Dbmaj7, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.