Is "Breathe Again" 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 "Breathe Again"?

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 "Breathe Again" use?

Just 14 chords: Am, Am7, Bbmaj9, C, C7, Dm, Dm7, Dm9, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Toni Braxton songs work for kids?

Try "UNBREAK MY HEART", "Breathe Again", "Un-Break My Heart". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Breathe Again

· by Toni Braxton

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Lyrics

If I (C)nev er feel you in my arms a gain,

if I (Dm)nev er feel your ten der kiss a gain,

if I (Em)nev er hear “I love you” now and then,

will I (F)nev er make love to you once a gain?

Please un der (Em7)stand,

if love (Am)ends,

then I (Dm)prom ise you, I prom ise you that, that I shall nev er breathe a gain, a gain, breathe a gain.

that I shall nev er breathe a gain.

a gain.)

And I (F)can’t stop think ing (Dm9)a bout, a bout the (Em7)way things used (Am7)to be, and I (F)can’t stop think ing (Dm9)a bout, a bout the (Em7)love that you made then (Am7)to me.

And I (F)can’t get you out of (Dm9)my head; how in the (Em7)world will I be (Am7)gin to let you walk right (C7)out my life and throw my heart a way?

And I (F)can’t stop think ing (Dm9)a bout, a bout the (Em7)ap ple of my (Am7)eye, and I (F)can’t stop do ing (Dm9)with out, with out the (Em7)cen ter of my (Am7)life.

And I (F)can’t get you our of (Dm9)my head, and I know I can’t pre (Am7)tend that I won’t die if you de cide you won’t see me a gain.

If I (C)nev er feel you in my arms a gain,

if I (Dm)nev er feel your ten der kiss a gain,

if I (Em)nev er hear “I love you” now and then,

will I (F)nev er make love to you once a gain?

Please un der (Em7)stand,

if love (Am)ends,

then I (Dm)prom ise you, I prom ise you that, that I shall nev er breathe a (Breathe a gain, breathe a gain.

that I shall nev er breathe a Breathe a gain.)

And I (F)can’t stop think ing (Dm9)a bout, a bout the (Em7)way my life (Am7)would be.

No, I (F)can’t stop think ing (Dm9)a bout, how could you (Em7)love that me made then (Am7)to leave?

And I (F)can’t get you out of (Dm9)my mind, how God the (Em7)knows how hard I’ve (Am7)tried, and if you walk right (C7)out my life, God knows I’m sure to die.

And I (F)can’t stop do ing (Dm9)with out, with out the (Em7)rhy thm of my (Am7)heart.

No, I (F)can’t stop do ing (Dm9)with out, for I will (Em7)sure ly fall a (Am7)part.

And I (F)can’t get you out of (Dm9)my mind, and I know I can’t de (Am7)ny, and I would die if you de cide you won’t see me a gain.

If I see me a gain.

If I a gain.)

Breathe Again by Toni Braxton — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Breathe Again” by Toni Braxton 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 100 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 "Breathe Again" 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 "Breathe Again"?: 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 "Breathe Again" use?: Just 14 chords: Am, Am7, Bbmaj9, C, C7, Dm, Dm7, Dm9, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Toni Braxton songs work for kids?: Try "UNBREAK MY HEART", "Breathe Again", "Un-Break My Heart". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.