Is "All Those Years Ago" 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 Those Years Ago"?

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 Those Years Ago" use?

Just 10 chords: A, A7, B7, D, Dpow, Edim7, Em, Em7, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other George Harrison songs work for kids?

Try "ALL THINGS MUST PASS", "WHAT IS LIFE", "GOT MY MIND SET ON YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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All Those Years Ago

· by George Harrison

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Lyrics

I’m shout ing all a bout love,

while they treat ed you like a (Edim7)dog,

when (D)you were the (F#m7)one who had (Em7)made it so (Gm6)clear (D)all those (B7)years a go.

I’m talk ing all a bout how to give.

They don’t act with much hon es (Edim7)ty.

But (D)you point the (F#m7)way to the (Em7)truth when you (Gm6)say, (D)“All you (B7)need is love.”

(A)Liv ing with (D)good and bad,

I (A)al ways looked up to you.

(A)Now we’re left (D)cold and sad

by some one, the dev il’s best friend, some one who of fend ed all.

We’re liv ing in all a bad dream.

They’ve for got ten all a bout man (Edim7)kind.

And (D)you were the (F#m7)one they backed (Em7)up to the (Gm6)wall (D)all those (B7)years a go.

(D)You were the (F#m7)one who i (Em7)mag ined it (Gm6)all (D)all those (B7)years a go.

I’m shout ing all a bout love,

while they treat ed you like a (Edim7)dog,

when (D)you were the (F#m7)one who had (Em7)made it so (Gm6)clear (D)All those (B7)years a go.

I’m talk ing all a bout how to give.

They don’t act with much hon es (Edim7)ty.

But (D)you point the (F#m7)way to the (Em7)truth when you (Gm6)say, (D)All those (B7)years a go.

(A)Deep in the (D)dark est night,

I (A)send out a prayer to you.

(A)Now in the (D)world of light

where the spir it free of the lies and all else that we de spised.

They’ve for got ten all a bout God.

He’s the on ly rea son we ex (Edim7)ist.

Yet (D)you were the (F#m7)one that they (Em7)said was so (Gm6)weird (D)all those (B7)years a go.

(D)You said it (F#m7)all, though not (Em7)man y had (Gm6)ears, (D)all those (B7)years a go.

(D)You had con (F#m7)trol of our (Em7)smiles and our (Gm6)tears (D)all those (B7)years a go.

Ooh,

ooh.

(D)All those (B7)years a go.

Ooh,

ooh.

(D)All those (B7)years a go.

All Those Years Ago by George Harrison — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “All Those Years Ago” by George Harrison 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 140 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 Those Years Ago" 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 Those Years Ago"?: 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 Those Years Ago" use?: Just 10 chords: A, A7, B7, D, Dpow, Edim7, Em, Em7, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other George Harrison songs work for kids?: Try "ALL THINGS MUST PASS", "WHAT IS LIFE", "GOT MY MIND SET ON YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.