We Are The World

by USA For Africa

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Lyrics

(D)There comes a time

when we (G)heed a (A)cer tain (D)call,

when the (G)world

must (A)come to geth er as (D)one.

There are (Bm)peo ple dy ing

and it’s (F#m)time to lend a hand

to (Em7)life,

the great est gift of (Asus)all.

(D)We can’t go on

so pre (G)tend ing (A)day by (D)day

that some (G)one,

some (A)where will soon make a (D)change.

We are (Bm)all a part of

God’s (F#m)great big fam i ly

and the (Em7)truth, you know, love is all we need.

We (D)are the (G)world,

we (A)are the (D)chil dren,

we are the (G)ones to make a bright er day, so let’s start (D)giv ing.

There’s a (Bm)choice we’re mak ing,

we’re (F#m)sav ing our own lives.

It’s (Em7)true we make bet ter days, just you and (D)me.

(D)Send them your heart

so they’ll (G)know that (A)some one (D)cares

and their (G)lives

will (A)be will strong er and (D)free.

As are (Bm)God has shown us,

by (F#m)turn ing stone to bread,

so we (Em7)all you must lend a help ing hand.

We (D)are the (G)world,

we (A)are the (D)chil dren,

we are the (G)ones to make a bright er day, so let’s start (D)giv ing.

There’s a (Bm)choice we’re mak ing,

we’re (F#m)sav ing our own lives.

It’s (Em7)true we make bet ter days, just you and (D)me.

(D)me.

When you’re (Bb)down and out, there (C)seems no hope at (D)all,

but if you (Bb)just be lieve, there’s (C)no way we can (D)fall.

Let (A)us (Bm)re al ize

that a (F#m)change will on ly come

when (Em7)we

stand to geth er as one.

We (D)are the (D)me.

We Are The World by USA For Africa — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “We Are The World” by USA For Africa 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 D at 136 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 "We Are 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 "We Are 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.