Where You Lead

by Carole King

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Lyrics

(G)Want ing you the way I do,

I (G)on ly want to be with you.

And I would (G)go you got ta do to the ends of the earth, ’cause I’ll dar lin’ to me that’s what you’re worth.

Where you lead

I will fol low, an y where

that you tell me to.

If you need,

need me to be with (C7)you, I will fol (Em)low

where you lead.

(G)If you’re out the on the road,

I (G)feel in’ lone ly and so cold,

And I would (G)all you got ta do is the call my the name and I’ll be there on the that’s next train.

worth.

Where you lead

I will fol low,

an y where

that you tell me to.

If you need,

need me to be with (C7)you, I will fol (Em)low

where you lead.

I al ways want ed a real home

with flow ers on the win dow sill,

but (F)if you want to live in New York Cit y,

(F7)hon ey, you know I will.

I nev er thought I could get sat is fac tion

from just one man,

but if (F)an y one

can keep me hap py,

you’re the one who can.

Where you lead

I will fol low,

an y where

that you tell me to.

If you need,

need me to be with (C7)you, I will fol low.

Oh,

where you lead

I will fol low, an y where

that you tell me to.

If you need,

need me to be with (C7)you, I will fol low.

Oh,

where you lead low where you lead.

Where you lead

I will fol low.

Where you lead

I will fol low.

Where you lead low.

Where You Lead by Carole King — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Where You Lead by Carole King 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 100 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 "Where You Lead" 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 "Where You Lead"?
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.