Wheel In The Sky

by Journey

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Lyrics

Win ter is here in’ a gain, oh home, Lord

got have n’t to been make home it be in a fore year too or long more.

I Ooo hope she I (Bb)can’t holds take this on a ver lit y much tle (Dm)long er.

Sent a let ter on a long sum mer rain.

day

Don’t made I’ll nev er of sil gon ver na make it not home a of clay.

ooh, I’ve been (Bb)run nin’ down this dust it’s y kiss road.

in’ the day.

Ooh, the (Dm)wheel in the (F)sky keeps on (C)turn in’.

I (Dm)don’t know where (F)I’ll be to (C)mor row.

(Dm)(1.,2.) in the (F)sky keeps on (C)turn in’.

(C)whoa.

I ter been try in’ to make it home, Lord

got have n’t to been make home it be in a fore year too or long more.

I Ooo hope she I (Bb)can’t holds take this on a ver lit y much tle (Dm)long er.

I’m a stand in’ in the sleet and mer rain.

day

Don’t think I’ll nev er of sil gon ver na make it not home a of gain.

The morn in’ (Bb)sun is ris in’; dust it’s y kiss road.

in’ the day.

Ooh, the (Dm)wheel in the (F)sky keeps on (C)turn in’.

I (Dm)don’t know where (F)I’ll be to (C)mor row.

(Dm)(3.) in the (F)sky keeps me (C)yearn in’,

(C)whoa.

(C)Now, now, now, now, now,

(CN.C.)for to mor row.

Oh, the

Oh, the (Dm)wheel in the (F)sky keeps on (C)turn in’;

I (F)don’t know where don’t I’ll know be I to (C)don’t mor know.

row.

(Dm)Wheel in the (F)sky keeps on (C)turn in’;

I (F)don’t know, I don’t I’ll know be I to (C)don’t mor know.

row.

Wheel In The Sky by Journey — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Wheel In The Sky by Journey 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 103 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 "Wheel In The Sky" 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 "Wheel In The Sky"?
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.