Is "19 You + Me" 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 "19 You + Me"?

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.

How many chords does "19 You + Me" use?

Just 6 chords: Bb, Bbsus2, C, Dm, F, Fpow. Take it one section at a time.

What other Dan + Shay songs work for kids?

Try "SPEECHLESS", "NOTHIN' LIKE YOU", "TEQUILA". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

19 You + Me

· by Dan + Shay

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Lyrics

It was our first week (Bbsus2)at Myr tle Beach

where it all be (F)gan.

It was a (F)hun dred and two, (Bbsus2)noth in’ to do.

Man, it was hot, so we jumped (F)in.

We were (F)sum mer time sip pin’, sip pin’,

(C)sweet tea kiss in’ off of your lips.

(F)T shirt drip pin’, drip pin’ wet.

How could I for (F)get?

Watch in’ that (Bb)blonde hair (F)swing to ev er y (C)song I’d (Dm)sing.

You were (Bb)Cal i for nia (F)beau ti ful.

I was (C)play in’ ev ’ry (Dm)thing but cool.

I can still (Bb)hear that (F)sound of ev er y (C)wave crash in’ (Dm)down

like the tears we cried that (F)day we had to leave.

It was ev ’ry thing (Bbsus2)we want ed it to be.

The sum mer of nine teen, you and me.

We had our first dance in the sand.

It was one hell (F)of a sou ve nir.

Tan gled up, so in love, so let’s just stay right (F)here

till the (F)sun starts creep in’, creep in’ up.

Right then I (F)knew

just what you were think in’, think in’ of

when I looked at (F)you,

watch in’ that (Bb)blonde hair (F)swing to ev er y (C)song I’d (Dm)sing.

You were (Bb)Cal i for nia (F)beau ti ful.

I was (C)play in’ ev ’ry (Dm)thing but cool.

I can still (Bb)hear that (F)sound of ev er y (C)wave crash in’ (Dm)down

like the tears we cried that (F)day we had to leave.

It was ev ’ry thing (Bbsus2)we want ed it to be.

The sum mer of nine teen, you and me,

(Bbsus2)yeah,

(C)oh.

You and me.

Watch in’ that (Bbsus2)blonde hair (F)swing to ev er y (C)song I’d (Dm)sing.

You were (Bbsus2)Cal i for nia (F)beau ti ful,

beau (C)ti ful, beau ti ful.

Watch in’ that ed it to be.

Sum mer of nine teen, you and me.

First week, Myr tle Beach,

(C)where it all be (F5)gan.

19 You + Me by Dan + Shay — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “19 You + Me” by Dan + Shay 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 Bb at 148 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 "19 You + Me" 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 "19 You + Me"?: 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.
How many chords does "19 You + Me" use?: Just 6 chords: Bb, Bbsus2, C, Dm, F, Fpow. Take it one section at a time.
What other Dan + Shay songs work for kids?: Try "SPEECHLESS", "NOTHIN' LIKE YOU", "TEQUILA". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.