Beth/rest

by Bon Iver

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Lyrics

Er rant (A)heat to the star

and the (D)rain let in.

And the haw ser rolls, the ves sel’s whole and Christ, it’s thin.

Well I’d (E)know that you’d of fer.

Would re veal it, though it’s (D)soft and flat.

Won’t re peat it, cull and (F#m)cof fer’s that for the (A)sof fit, hang this (Bm7)home ward.

Pry it op en with your (F#m)love.

Send ing (E)lost and a lone stand ing (D)of fers.

It is (A)steep, it is stone.

Such re (D)cov er y.

From the dai ly press, the deep est nest, in keep ers keep.

All the (A)news at the door,

such a (D)rev el ry.

Well, it’s hecked in side of ev ’ry thing you said to me.

It was (E)found,

what we (A)or phaned.

Did n’t men (E)tion it would serve (D)us picked.

Said your (F#m)love is known, I’m stand ing (A)up on it?

Aren’t we (Bm7)marr ied?!

I ain’t liv ing in the (F#m)dark no more.

It’s not a (E)pro mise, I’m just gon na (D)call it

hea vy mit ted love.

Our (A)love is a star,

sure, some (D)haz ard ry.

For the light be fore and (F#m)af ter most in (D)def ’nite ly.

This is (D)ax i om.

This is (D)ax i om.

Beth/rest by Bon Iver — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Beth/rest by Bon Iver 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 65 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 "Beth/rest" 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 "Beth/rest"?
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 "Beth/rest" use?
Just 7 chords: A, Bm, Bm7, D, E, F#m, F#m7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Bon Iver songs work for kids?
Try "8 (circle)", "TOWERS", "SKINNY LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.