Is "Annie" 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 "Annie"?

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 "Annie" use?

Just 11 chords: A, A6, Asus4, C, C#7, D, Dmaj7, E, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Vanessa Carlton songs work for kids?

Try "WHO'S TO SAY", "CAROUSEL", "A THOUSAND MILES". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Annie

· by Vanessa Carlton

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Lyrics

Watch up her as she flew mo ment, and I deep with in the blue; blow it; a (Dmaj7)day out from the coun ty I.

“There’s (Dmaj7)noth ing you can do,” some one gen tly says to you, and “the (Dmaj7)doc tor says that now it won’t be long.” I try and live up her to she the mo ment, and I hope that I don’t blue; blow it; and (Dmaj7)what is it in me ty that she hears?

It’s (Dmaj7)just a song she likes.

Lit tle arms a round my neck, and a (Dmaj7)dy ing girl that whis pers in my long.” I try and ear.

(G#dim)Tell me (Asus)now, (A)can you feel it?

(E)I’ve been (F#m)keep ing com pa (Asus)ny (A)with a ghost.

She (E)comes to (F#m)me (G#dim)like a (Asus)piece (A)of sum mer;

she (E)comes to (F#m)me on the (G#dim)days when (Asus)I need (A)it most.

Well, (E)sum mer (F#m)dies, and (G#dim)noth (A)pic tures ing lasts as for ev er.

And (G#dim)you’re el so fine, and the way you stand (Asus)up (A)to your fears.

Well, (E)sum mer (F#m)dies, and it’s (G#dim)just mo ments we (Asus)have (A)to geth er.

I’d (CN.C.)give my bones for you to get a few more (Dmaj7)years,

for you

and I,

oh An nie;

(Dmaj7)more to life than try ing to sur vive,

oh An nie.

My (E)boy friend (F#m)took and (G#dim)noth (A)pic tures of me as I held you.

I (G#dim)trav el a lone, and the lone li ness (Asus)brings (A)me to tears.

Well, (E)sum mer (F#m)dies, and it’s (G#dim)just mo ments we (Asus)have (A)to geth er.

I’d (CN.C.)give my bones for you to get a few more (Dmaj7)years,

for you

and I,

oh An nie;

(Dmaj7)more to life than try ing to sur vive,

oh An nie.

(F#m7)Strong er than the hands that hold you, you (A6)sing a long to the song on the ra di o.

If I (Dmaj7)drank too much, and I am reck less, (F#m)just this once, would you for give this, and hold

on to (E)days

gone

by.

Tell me (Asus)now, (A)can you feel it?

(CN.C.)I can’t keep

this all to my self.

She’s el e gant,

and she means it.

No...

(Dmaj7)Years

for you

and I,

oh An nie;

(Dmaj7)more to life than try ing to sur vive,

oh An nie.

(Dmaj7)Watch her as she flew

(E)deep with in the blue;

(Dmaj7)watch her as she slips a way from you.

(F#m7)I’ll keep (E)fin gers (A)crossed al (E)ways for (D)you.

Annie by Vanessa Carlton — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Annie” by Vanessa Carlton 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 A at 120 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 "Annie" 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 "Annie"?: 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 "Annie" use?: Just 11 chords: A, A6, Asus4, C, C#7, D, Dmaj7, E, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Vanessa Carlton songs work for kids?: Try "WHO'S TO SAY", "CAROUSEL", "A THOUSAND MILES". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.