Wish You Were Here

by Pink Floyd

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Lyrics

So,

so you think you can (D)tell

heav en from (Am)hell,

blue skies from (G)pain.

Can you tell a green (D)field

from a cold steel (C)rail,

a smile from a (Am)veil?

Do you think you can (G)tell?

And did they get you to (C)trade

your he roes for (D)ghosts,

hot ash es for (Am)trees,

hot air for a (G)cool breeze,

cold com fort for (D)charge.

And did you ex (C)change

a walk on part in the (Am)war

for a lead role in a (G)cage?

How I wish,

how I wish you were (D)here.

We’re just (Am)two lost souls swim ming in a fish bowl.

Year af ter year,

run ning o ver the same old ground.

What have we found;

the same old (Am)fears.

Wish you were here.

Wish You Were Here by Pink Floyd — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Wish You Were Here” by Pink Floyd 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 G at 128 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 "Wish You Were Here" 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 "Wish You Were Here"?
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.