When The Children Cry

by White Lion
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Lyrics

Lit tle child,

dry your cry (Bm)show in’ eyes.

How can I ex plain

the (Em)fear you feel the in side?

(D)young.

’Cause you were born

in for to the this (Bm)world vil to world see

where man that is we (G)all ing can man with and (Em)love one knows and just (D)peace.

What have (Bm)we be gun?

Just look what (Bm)we have done.

All that we de stroyed

(Em)you must build a (D)gain.

When the (Em)chil

dren

(Bm)cry,

let them (C)know

we

(G)tried.

’Cause when the (Em)chil

dren

(Bm)sing,

then the (C)new

world be (D)gins.

Lit tle child,

you must cry (Bm)show the way

to a bet ter day for (Em)all you feel the in side?

(D)young.

’Cause you were born

in for to the this (Bm)world vil to world see

where man that is we (G)all ing can live with and (Em)love one knows and just (D)peace.

No more (Bm)pres i dents,

and all the (Bm)wars will end;

one u nit ed world

(Em)you must un der (D)God.

When the (Em)chil dren

(Bm)cry,

let them (C)know we

(G)tried.

’Cause when the (Em)chil dren

(Bm)sing,

then the (C)new world be (D)gins.

(D)gins.

What have (Bm)we be gun?

Just look what (Bm)we have done.

All that we de stroyed,

(Em)you must build a (D)gain.

No more (Bm)pres i dents,

and all the (Bm)wars will end;

one u nit ed world

(Em)you must un der (D)gain.

(D)God.

When the (Em)chil dren (Bm)cry,

let them (C)know we (G)tried.

’Cause when the (Em)chil dren (Bm)fight,

let them (C)know it ain’t right.

When the (Em)chil dren (Bm)pray,

let them (C)know the (G)way.

’Cause when the (Em)chil dren (Bm)sing,

then the (C)new world be gins.

When The Children Cry — Simple Sheet Music

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"When The Children Cry" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of E, 100 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “When The Children Cry

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "When The Children Cry"?
Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
What key is "When The Children Cry" by White Lion played in?
When The Children Cry is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "When The Children Cry"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "When The Children Cry" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "When The Children Cry"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "When The Children Cry"?
"When The Children Cry" was originally performed by White Lion. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "When The Children Cry"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: Bm, C, D, D7, Dsus4, Em, G.
What other songs by White Lion can I play here?
Try "When The Children Cry". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "When The Children Cry". Key of E, 100 BPM.
What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.

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