As Long As You're There

by Glee Cast

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(F)All my (C)life, I’ve wait ed (Dm7)for the (C)right mo ment to (Bb)let you know,

I don’t want to (Csus)let you go.

And now I’ve (F)re a (C)lized there’s just no (Dm7)per fect (C)time to con fess (Bb)how I feel,

this much I (Csus)know is real.

So (Bb)I re (C)fuse to (Dm)waste one more sec ond with (Bb)out you (C)know ing (Dsus)my

(D)heart.

Ba by, ’cause (G)I don’t (D)need an y thing else but (Em7)your love, no thing but (D)you means a (C)thing to me, I’m (D)in com plete.

With you (G)not there (D)hold ing me, touch ing me, (Em7)I swear, all of the (D)rest could just (C)dis ap pear

and I would n’t (Cm)e ven care

as long as you’re (G)there.

(F)Take these (C)words, don’t let them (Dm7)go un (C)heard, this is me (Bb)reach ing out,

I hope you can (Csus)hear me now.

Ba by, my (F)heart’s at (C)stake, tak ing is (Dm7)yours to (C)break.

I’d ra ther (Bb)try and lose

than keep this (Csus)love from you.

So (Bb)I re (C)fuse to (Dm)waste one more sec ond with (Bb)out you (C)know ing (Dsus)my

(D)heart.

Ba by, ’cause (G)I don’t (D)need an y thing else but (Em7)your love, no thing but (D)you means a (C)thing to me, I’m (D)in com plete.

With you (G)not there (D)hold ing me, touch ing me, (Em7)I swear, all of the (D)rest could just (C)dis ap pear

and I would n’t (Cm)e ven care

as long as you’re (G)there.

(G)there.

(Eb)Each day (F)and night (Dm7)that I (F)count as a se cret, it (Eb)kills me, (F)it’s time to (Dsus)share what I feel in (D)side.

Oh, (G)there.

As (D)long

as you’re there.

As Long As You're There by Glee Cast — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “As Long As You're There by Glee Cast 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 Bb at 81 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 "As Long As You're There" 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 "As Long As You're There"?
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.
What other Glee Cast songs work for kids?
Try "ABC", "YOU CAN'T STOP THE BEAT", "THE TIME OF MY LIFE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.