We Weren't Born To Follow

by Bon Jovi

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Lyrics

(Csus2)This one goes out to the man who mines for mir a cles.

(Am11)This one goes out to the ones in need.

(Dm11)This one goes out to the sin ner and the cyn i cal.

(G5)This ain’t a bout no a pol o gy.

(Csus2)This road was paved by the hope less and the hun f’rent gry; (Am11)this road was paved the by the winds es of change.

(Dm11)Walk in’ be side the guilt y and the in no cent, how (G5)will you raise your hand when they call or your in’ name?

(F5)Yeah, yeah, (C5)yeah, (CN.C.)we weren’t born

to fol low.

Come on and get up off your knees.

When life is a bit ter pill to swal low, you’ve got ta hold on to what you be lieve.

Be lieve that the sun will shine to mor row and that your saints and sin ners bleed.

We weren’t born

to fol low.

You’ve got ta stand up for what you be lieve.

Let me hear you say yeah, yeah, yeah, oh yeah.

(Csus2)This one’s a bout an y one who does it dif f’rent ly; (Am11)this one’s a bout the one who curs es and spits.

(Dm11)This ain’t a bout our liv in’ in a fan ta sy; how (G5)this ain’t a bout hand giv in’ up or giv in’ in.

(F5)Yeah, yeah, (C5)yeah, (CN.C.)we weren’t born

to fol low.

Come on and get up off your knees.

When life is a bit ter pill to swal low, you’ve got ta hold on to what you be lieve.

Be lieve that the sun will shine to mor row and that your saints and sin ners bleed.

We weren’t born

to fol low.

You’ve got ta stand up for what you be lieve.

Let me hear you say yeah, yeah, yeah, oh yeah.

Let me hear you say yeah, yeah, yeah, oh yeah.

Gui tar.

(CN.C.)We weren’t born Let me hear you say yeah, yeah, yeah, uh huh.

We weren’t born

to fol low, oh yeah.

We weren’t born

to fol low, oh yeah.

We weren’t born

We Weren't Born To Follow by Bon Jovi — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “We Weren't Born To Follow” by Bon Jovi 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 120 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 Weren't Born To Follow" 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 Weren't Born To Follow"?
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.