You Learn

by Alanis Morissette

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Lyrics

I

rec om (F)mend get ting your heart than tram pled on to (Gsus)an y one,

yeah.

cer tain ly do.

I

rec om (Fsus)mend walk ing a (F)round na ked in your liv ing (Gsus)room.

Feel free.

Swal low it down.

The What a jag ged lit tle pill.

It feels so good You’re gon na have to swim ming in your an stom ach.

Wait un til the (Dsus)dust set the smoke com ing up clears.

round the bend.

(G)tles.

You live, you learn, you love, you learn, you cry, you learn, you lose,

you learn, you bleed, you learn, you scream, you learn.

I

rec om (F)mend bit ing off more than you can chew to (Gsus)an y one,

I cer tain ly do.

I

rec om (Fsus)mend stick ing your (F)foot in your mouth at an y (Gsus)time.

Feel free.

Throw low it down.

the cau tion blocks you from the wind.

Hold feels it up You’re gon na have to e ven tual to an the rays.

You wait and trucks (Dsus)see when the smoke com ing up a round the bend.

(G)tles.

You live, you learn, you love, you learn, you cry, you learn, you lose,

you learn, you bleed, you learn, you scream, you learn.

You grieve, you learn, you choke, you learn, you laugh, you learn, you choose,

you learn, you pray, you learn, you ask, you learn, you live, you learn.

You Learn by Alanis Morissette — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “You Learn” by Alanis Morissette 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 92 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 "You Learn" 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 Learn"?
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.