Upside Down

by Jack Johnson

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Lyrics

(F)Who’s to say

what’s im pos si ble?

But (Gm)they for get

this world keeps spin nin’.

And with (F)each new day

I can feel a change in (Gm)ev ’ry thing.

And as the sur face breaks, re (F)flec tions fade.

But in some ev ways they re (Gm)main the same.

And as my mind be gins to (F)spread its wings

there’s no stop ping cu ri (Gm)os i ty.

I wan na turn the whole thing (F)up side (Gm)down.

I’ll find the (C)things they say just (F)can’t be (G)found.

I’ll share this (C)love I find with (F)ev ’ry (Gm)one.

We’ll sing and (C)dance to Moth er (F)Na ture’s (Gm)songs.

(Bb)I don’t want this (C)feel in’ to go a (F)way.

This world keeps (C)spin nin’ and there’s (Am7)no

time to (Gm)waste.

Well, it (Am7)all

keeps (Bb)spin nin’, spin nin’ (C)round and round and (F)up side (Gm)down.

(Bb)Who’s to say what’s im (C)pos si ble and (F)can’t be (Gm)found?

(Bb)I don’t want this (C)feel in’ to go a (F)way.

Please don’t go a (F)way.

Upside Down by Jack Johnson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Upside Down” by Jack Johnson 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 Bb at 100 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 "Upside Down" 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 "Upside Down"?
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.