Amazing

by Aerosmith

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Lyrics

I kept the (Am)right ones out

and let the (G)wrong ones in,

had an (C7)an gel of mer cy to see me through all my (F)sins.

There were (Fm6)times in my life

when I was (C)go ing in sane

I was (F#)try’n to walk through

the (F)pain.

When I (Am)lost my grip

be and I (G)hit the floor,

yeah, I (C7)thought I could leave but could n’t get out of the (F)door.

I was (Fm6)so sick and tired

when of was (C)liv ing a lie.

I was (F#)wish ing that I

would (F)die.

When I

It’s a (C)maz ing,

with the (F)blink of an eye you (C)fin ’ly see the light.

Oh, it’s a (C)maz ing,

when the (F)mo ment ar rives that you (C)know you’ll be al (G)right.

Yeah, it’s a (F)maz

(C)ing, and I’m (D7)say ing a prayer for the (G7sus)des per ate hearts to night.

That (Am)one last shot’s a per ma nent va ca tion,

And (F)how high can you fly with bro ken wings?

(Am)Life’s a jour ney, not a des ti na tion,

and I (F)just can’t tell just what to mor row (G)brings.

You have to

(Dm)The des per ate hearts, des per ate hearts.

Amazing by Aerosmith — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Amazing by Aerosmith 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 C at 80 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 "Amazing" 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 "Amazing"?
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 "Amazing" use?
Just 11 chords: Am, C, C7, D7, Dm, Em7, F, F#m7, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Aerosmith songs work for kids?
Try "WHAT IT TAKES", "DREAM ON", "DREAM ON". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.