A Song For You

by Whitney Houston

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I’ve been so man y plac es in my life and time.

I’ve sung a lot of songs,

and made some bad rhyme.

I’ve act ed out my love on (Ab)stag es,

with ten thous and peo ple watch (C)ing,

well,

but we’re a lone (Eb6)now

and I’m (Db)sing ing this song to you.

I know your im age of me

is what I hope to be.

I’ve treat ed you un kind ly,

but dar ling can’t you see

there’s no one more im por tant (Ab)to me.

Ba by, can’t you see through (C)me?

We’re a (Eb6)lone now, and I’m sing ing this song to (Ab)you.

You taught me prec ious se crets

a bout (Fm)true love, with hold ing noth ing.

You came out in front when I was hid (Ab)ing.

But now I’m so much (C)bet ter and if my (Fm)words don’t come to (Bb)geth er,

(Db)lis ten to the mel o dy

’cause my love is (Bb)in there hid ing.

I (Fm)love you in a place

where there’s no (C)space or time.

I (Fm)love you for my life,

You are a friend of mine.

And when my life is (Ab)o ver,

re (Bbm7)mem ber when we were to geth er.

We were a lone and I was (Db)sing ing this song for you.

This song is for you.

This song, this song, this song is for you.

This song, this song, this song is for you.

This song, this song, this song is for you, you, you, you.

I (Fm)love you in a place, my dear friend, where there’s no space or time.

I love you for my life, ah,

you are a friend of mine.

And when my life is (Ab)o ver,

re mem ber when (Ab)we were to geth er.

We were a lone, and I was (Db)sing ing this song to you.

We were a (Ab)lone and I was (Db)sing ing this song to you.

We were a (Ab)lone and I was (Gb)sing ing this song to you,

oh yeah.

(Db)sing ing this song,

I was sing ing this song, it’s for (Ab)you.

A Song For You by Whitney Houston — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “A Song For You” by Whitney Houston 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 Db at 120 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "A Song For You" 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 "A Song For You"?
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 "A Song For You" use?
Just 19 chords: Ab, Absus4, Bb, Bbm7, Bbm9, Bbmin, Bbsus4, C, +11 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Whitney Houston songs work for kids?
Try "I BELIEVE IN YOU AND ME", "I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU", "IT'S NOT RIGHT BUT IT'S OKAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.