Up To The Mountain (Mlk Song)

by Patty Griffin

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Lyrics

I went up to the (C)moun tain

be cause er You (G)asked me to, tired,

up o ver the (Am)clouds ing

to where

the (F)sky

was blue.

I could see all a (C)round

me,

ev er y (G)where, do.

I could see all a (Am)round

me,

ev er y (C)where.

me to.

Some times I (C)feel like

I’ve nev er been (G)noth ing but tired,

up and I’ll be (Am)walk ing

till the

day (F)I

ex pire.

I could Some times I (C)lay

down,

no more can (G)I do.

But then I go on (Am)a

gain

be cause You (C)ask

me to.

Some times I

Some days (Dm7)I (C)look (F)down,

a fraid

I will (C)fall.

And though the sun (Dm7)shines,

I see noth ing at (G)all.

Then I hear

Your (F)sweet voice,

oh,

oh,

oh, come and then (Am)go,

come and then (F)go,

tell ing me (C)soft ly

You love me (G)so.

The peace ful (C)val ley

just o ver the (G)moun tain,

the peace ful (Am)val ley

few

come

to (F)know.

I may nev er (C)get there

ev er in this (C)life time,

but soon er or (Am)lat er,

it’s there I will

go.

Soon er or (C)lat er,

it’s there

I will

(CN.C.)go.

Up To The Mountain (Mlk Song) by Patty Griffin — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Up To The Mountain (Mlk Song)” by Patty Griffin 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 32 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 "Up To The Mountain (Mlk Song)" 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 "Up To The Mountain (Mlk Song)"?
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.