You Get What You Give

by New Radicals

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Wake up, kids.

We’ve got the dream ers dis ease.

Age four teen, they got you down on your knees.

So po lite, we’re bus y still say ing please.

Frien e mies, who when you’re down ain’t your friend.

Ev ’ry night we smash their Mer ce des Benz.

First we run and then we laugh ’til we cry.

But (F#m7)when the night is fall ing,

you (Gmaj7)can not find the light,

(A)light.

If you (F#m7)feel your dreams are dy in’,

hold tight.

You’ve got the mu sic in you.

Don’t let go.

You’ve got the (A)mu sic in you.

One dance left.

This world is (A)gon na pull through.

Don’t give up.

You got a (A)rea son to live.

Can’t for get.

We on ly (A)get what we give.

I’m com in’ home, ba by.

You’re tops.

Give it to me now.

This whole damn world

could (G)fall a part.

You’ll be O K,

fol (G)low your heart.

You’re in harm’s way.

I’m (G)right be hind.

Now, say you’re mine.

You’ve got the mu sic in you.

Don’t let go.

You’ve got the (A)mu sic in you.

One dance left.

This world is (A)gon na pull through.

Don’t give up.

You’ve got a (A)rea son to live.

Can’t for get.

We on ly (A)get what we give.

Don’t let go.

I feel the (A)mu sic in you, yo, hey, hey, (Bm)ooh.

Fly

(F#m7)high.

What’s real

can’t die.

You on ly (A)get what you give.

You’re gon na (A)get what you give.

Don’t give up.

Just don’t be (A)a fraid to leave.

(D)Health in sur ance rip off, ly ing (Asus)F.

D.

A., big (A)bank ers buy ing.

(F#m7)Fake com put er crash es din ing, (Bm7)clon ing while they’re (A)mul ti ply ing.

(D)Fash ion shoots with Beck and Han son, (Asus)Court ney Love and (A)Mar ’lyn Man son.

(F#m7)You’re all fakes, run to your man sions.

(Bm7)clon ing while they’re (A)mul ti ply ing.

(Bm7)Come a round, we’ll (A)kick your ass in.

Don’t let go.

One dance left.

Don’t give up.

Can’t for get.

You Get What You Give by New Radicals — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “You Get What You Give” by New Radicals 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 D 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 "You Get What You Give" 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 "You Get What You Give"?
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.