Why Shouldn't We

by Mary Chapin Carpenter

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We be lieve in (Bb)things that we (C)can not (F)see.

Why should n’t (Bb)we, why should n’t (F)we?

Hands that heal (Bb)can set a (C)chained man (F)free.

Why should n’t (Bb)we, why should n’t (F)we?

And we be (F)lieve in (Bb)peace with in (C)ev ’ry (F)heart.

Why should n’t (Bb)we, why should n’t (F)we?

Burn ing bright ly, (Bb)bright cel ly (C)in the (F)dark.

Why should n’t (Bb)we, why should n’t (F)we?

So, come on, (Bb)dar (F)lin’, feel your spir its (F)rise.

Come on, (Bb)chil (F)dren, o pen up your (C)eyes.

God is (Bb)all a (F)round, Bud dha’s (C)at the (Dm)gate.

Al lah (Bb)hears your (F)prayers, it’s not too (C)late.

We be (F)lieve in (Bb)things that will (C)give us (F)hope.

Why should n’t (Bb)we, why

should n’t (F)we?

Let your voice be (Bb)heard, cel e (C)brate your (F)vote.

Why should n’t (Bb)we, why

should n’t (F)we?

So, come on, (Bb)dar (F)lin’, feel your spir its (F)rise.

Come on, (Bb)chil (F)dren, o pen up your (C)eyes.

God is (Bb)all a (F)round, Bud dha’s (C)at the (Dm)gate.

Al lah (Bb)hears your (F)prayers, it’s not too (C)late.

We be too (C)late.

We be (F)lieve in (Bb)things that make us all the (F)same.

Why should n’t (Bb)we, why

should n’t (F)we?

Love be longs (Bb)to all in (C)deed and (F)name.

Why should n’t (Bb)we, why

should n’t (F)we?

And we be lieve in (Bb)things that (C)can’t be (F)done.

Why should n’t (Bb)we, why

should n’t (F)we?

Lift up your (Bb)heart, put down your (F)gun.

Why should n’t (Bb)we, why

should n’t (F)we?

We be (Bb)lieve in (F)things we’re told that (C)we can’t (F)change.

Why should n’t (Fsus)we?

We had he roes (Fsus)once and we (C)will a (F)gain.

Why should n’t (Fsus)we?

So, come on, (Bb)dar (F)lin’.

Come on, (Bb)chil (F)dren.

God is (Bbsus2)all a (F)round, Bud dha’s (C)at the (Dm)gate.

Al lah (Bbsus2)hears our (F)prayers, it’s not too (C)late.

So, come on, too (C)late.

Why should n’t (Bb)we?

Why should n’t (Bb)we?

Why should n’t (Bb)we?

Why should n’t (Bb)we?

Why

Why

(Bb)should n’t we?

Why Shouldn't We by Mary Chapin Carpenter — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Why Shouldn't We” by Mary Chapin Carpenter 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 100 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 "Why Shouldn't We" 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 "Why Shouldn't We"?
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.