Top Of The World

by Carpenters

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Lyrics

(Bb)Such a feel in’s (F)com in’ o ver me.

There is (Dm)won der in most (Cm)ev ’ry thing I see.

(Cm7)Not (Bb)a (Eb)cloud in the sky,

got the (Dm)sun in my (G7)eyes and I (Cm7)pleas won’t be sur prised if it’s a (Fsus)dream.

(Bb)Ev ’ry thing I (F)want the world to (Bb)be

is now (Dm)com ing true, es (Cm)pe cial ly for me.

(Cm7)And (Bb)the (Eb)rea son is (F7)clear; it’s be (Dm)cause you are (G7)here.

You’re the (Cm7)near est thing to (C)heav en that I’ve

seen.

I’m (Eb)on (F)the top of the world,

look in’

down on cre a (Eb)tion and the (Bb)on ly ex pla na tion I can find

(Cm7)is (Bb)the (Eb)love that I’ve (F)found ev er (Bb)since you’ve been a round.

Your love’s (Bb)put me at the (Cm)top (F)of the world.

(Bb)Some thing in the (F)wind has learned my name.

And it’s (Dm)tell in’ me that (Cm)things are not the same.

(Cm7)In (Bb)the (Eb)leaves on the trees

and the (Dm)touch of the (G7)breeze, there’s a (Cm7)pleas in’ sense of hap pi ness for (Fsus)me.

(Bb)There is on ly (F)one wish on my (Bb)mind.

When this (Dm)day is through I (Cm)hope that I will find

(Cm7)that (Bb)to (Eb)mor row will (F7)be just the (Dm)same for and (G7)me.

All I (Cm7)need est will be (C)mine if you are

here.

I’m (Eb)on (F)the top of the world,

look in’

down on cre a (Eb)tion and the (Bb)on ly ex pla na tion I can find

(Cm7)is (Bb)the (Eb)love that I’ve (F)found ev er (Bb)since you’ve been a round.

Your love’s (Bb)put me at the (Cm)top (F)of the world.

I’m on the

Top Of The World by Carpenters — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Top Of The World by Carpenters 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 Eb at 120 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

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 "Top Of The World" 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 "Top Of The World"?
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.