We Can Work It Out

by The Beatles

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Try to see it my way, do I have to keep on talk ing (Bb)till I can’t go (C)on?

While you see it your way, run a risk of know ing that our (Bb)love may soon be (C)gone.

(F)We can work it (C)out,

(F)we can work it (G7)out.

Think of what you’re say ing, you can get it wrong and still you (Bb)think that it’s all (C)right.

Think of what I’m say ing, we can work it out and get it (Bb)straight, and say good (C)night.

(F)We can work it (C)out,

(F)we can work it (G7)out.

(Am)Life is ver y short and (Am)there’s no (F)time

for (E)fuss ing and (Am)fight ing, my (Am)friend.

(Am)I have al ways thought that (Am)it’s a (F)crime

so (E)I will (Am)ask you (Am)once a (Am)gain.

Try to see it my way, on ly time will tell if I am (Bb)right or I am (C)wrong.

While you see it your way there’s a chance that we might fall a (Bb)part be fore too (C)long.

(F)We can work it (C)out,

(F)we can work it (G7)out.

(Am)Life is ver y short and (Am)there’s no (F)time

for (E)fuss ing and (Am)fight ing, my (Am)friend.

(Am)I have al ways thought that (Am)it’s a (F)crime

so (E)I will (Am)ask you (Am)once a (Am)gain.

Try to see it my way, on ly time will tell if I am (Bb)right or I am (C)wrong.

While you see it your way there’s a chance that we might fall a (Bb)part be fore too (C)long.

(F)We can work it (C)out,

(F)we can work it (G7)out.

We Can Work It Out by The Beatles — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “We Can Work It Out” by The Beatles 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 80 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 "We Can Work It Out" 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 Can Work It Out"?
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.