Village Ghetto

by Stevie Wonder

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Lyrics

(Bbm7)Would you like to go with me

star (Bbm7)down my dead end street?

(Gb)Would you like to come with me

to (Ab)vil lage ghet to land?

Now, (Bbm7)See the peo ple lock their doors

while (Bbm7)rob bers laugh and steal;

(Gb)beg gars watch and eat their meals

in (Ab)from to gar bage cans.

(Bbm7)Bro ken glass is ev ’ry where;

star (Bbm7)it’s a blood y scene.

(Gb)Kill ing plagues the cit i zens

un (Ab)less they own po lice.

Now, (Bbm7)Chil dren play with rust ed cars;

while (Bbm7)sores cov er their hands.

(Gb)Pol i ti cians laugh and drink,

in (Ab)drunk lage all de mands.

(Ab)Vil lage ghet to (Ab7)land.

Village Ghetto by Stevie Wonder — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Village Ghetto” by Stevie Wonder 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 Gb at 100 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 "Village Ghetto" 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 "Village Ghetto"?
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 "Village Ghetto" use?
Just 7 chords: Ab, Ab7, Bbm7, Db, Eb, Eb7, Gb. Take it one section at a time.
What other Stevie Wonder songs work for kids?
Try "NGICULELA-ES UNA HISTORIA I AM SINGING", "PART TIME LOVER", "HEAVEN IS TEN ZILLION LIGHT YEARS AWAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.