Is "All That We Let In" 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 "All That We Let In"?

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 "All That We Let In" use?

Just 14 chords: A, Asus4, Bm, C, D, Dmaj9, Dsus4, Em7, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Indigo Girls songs work for kids?

Try "DECONSTRUCTION", "FREE IN YOU", "CLOSER TO FINE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

All That We Let In

· by Indigo Girls

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Lyrics

(D)(Ooh,

(D)ooh,

(G)ooh.)

The dust in our eyes our own boots kicked up,

heart sick, we nurse a long the way we picked up.

You may not see it when it’s (G)stick ing to your skin, but we’re (Em7)bet ter off for all that we let in.

We’ve lost friends and loved ones much too young,

with so much prom ise and work left un done,

when all that guards us is a sin gle cen ter line and the (Em7)bru tal (D)cross ing (G)o ver (A)when it’s time.

(D)(Ooh, Well, I don’t know where it all be gins,

ooh, and I don’t know where it all will end;

ooh.) we’re bet ter off for all that we let in.

One day, those tough ies will be with ered up and bent,

the (Dmaj9)fa ther, son, and the ho ly war riors, and the Pres i dent,

with (Gsus)glo ry days of put up dukes for all the world to see, beat en (Em7)in to sub mis sion in the (A)name of the free.

But we’re in an ev o lu tion, I have heard it said.

And (Dmaj9)ev ’ry one’s so bus y now, but do we move a head?

Plan ets hurl ing and at oms split ting and a (Em7)sweat er for your love you (A)sit there (D)knit ting.

(Ooh, Well, I don’t know where it all be gins,

ooh, and I don’t know where it all will end;

ooh.) we’re bet ter off for all that we let in.

You see those (Gmaj7)cross es on the side of the road

(D)or tied with (Gmaj7)rib bons in the me di an,

they make me grate ful I can go this mile,

lay me down at night and wake me up a gain.

Kat writes a po em and she sticks it on my truck;

(Dmaj9)we don’t be lieve in war and we don’t be lieve in luck.

The (Gsus)birds were call ing to her; what were they say ing as the (Em7)gate blew (D)o pen and the (G)tops of the (A)trees were (D)sway ing?

I pass the cem e ter y, walk my dog down there.

I read the names in stone and I (G)say a si lent prayer.

When I get home, you’re cook ing (G)sup per on the stove,

and the (Em7)great est gift of life is (A)to know love.

(Ooh, Well, I don’t know where it all be gins,

ooh, and I don’t know where it all will end;

ooh.) we’re bet ter off for all that we let (D)in.

All That We Let In by Indigo Girls — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “All That We Let In” by Indigo Girls 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 90 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 "All That We Let In" 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 "All That We Let In"?: 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 "All That We Let In" use?: Just 14 chords: A, Asus4, Bm, C, D, Dmaj9, Dsus4, Em7, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Indigo Girls songs work for kids?: Try "DECONSTRUCTION", "FREE IN YOU", "CLOSER TO FINE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.