Wonderful World

by James Morrison

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Some I’ve been down so low of peo ple (G)look at (CN.C.)me and they know.

They can (F)tell some a thing is wrong, I give like a (F)I so don’t be long.

Well, (CN.C.)star ing through a win dow, stand ing out (CN.C.)side, y they’re I’d just er, too er, hap py to you care to night.

Wan na be like them, but I’ll mess it up a gain.

I tripped on my way in and got kicked out side.

Ev ’ry bod y saw.

And I (F)know that it’s a won der ful world, but I can’t feel it (G)right now.

Well, I (F)thought that I was do ing well, but I just wan na (G)cry now.

Well, I (Dm)know that it’s a won der ful world,

from the sky (D#m)down to the (Em7)sea, but I can (Am)on ly see it (G)when you’re here,

here with (C)me.

Mm.

Some times I feel so full of love it (G)just at (CN.C.)comes spill ing out.

It’s un (F)com fort a ble to see, I give it a (F)way so eas i ly.

Well, (CN.C.)But if I had some one, I would do (CN.C.)an y thing.

I’d nev er, nev er, nev er let you feel a lone.

Wan na be I won’t, I won’t leave you on your own.

But who am I to dream?

and Dreams are for fools.

Ev They let you down.

Well, I (F)know that it’s a won der ful world, but I can’t feel it (G)right now.

Well, I (F)thought that I was do ing well, but I just wan na (G)cry now.

Well, I (Dm)know that it’s a won der ful world,

from the sky (D#m)down to the (Em7)sea, but I can (Am)on ly see it (G)when you’re here,

here with (C)me.

Mm.

(C)me.

Mm.

And I (C)wish that I could (Bb)make it bet (Abmaj7)ter.

I’d give (Bb)an y thing

for you to call me.

May be just a (Bb)lit tle let (Abmaj7)ter.

Oh, we could start

a gain.

Well, I (C)me.

Oh.

And I (F)know that it’s a won der ful world, I can’t feel it (G)right now.

I got (F)all the right clothes to wear, I just wan na (G)cry now, cry now.

Well, I (Dm)know that it’s a won der ful world,

from the sky (D#m)down to the (Em7)sea, but I can (Am)on ly see it (G)when you’re here,

here with me.

Mm.

And I (Am)know that it’s a (G)won der ful world

when you’re with me.

Wonderful World by James Morrison — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Wonderful World by James Morrison 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 160 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 "Wonderful World" 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 "Wonderful World"?
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.