Brighter Than The Sun

by Colbie Caillat

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Stopped me on the (C)cor ner.

Swear you hit me like a (F)vi sion

I, I, I was n’t ex (C)pect ing,

but who am (G)I to tell fate where it’s s’pposed to go (C)with it.

Don’t you blink; you might (F)miss it.

See, we got a right to just (C)love it or leave it.

You find it and keep it ’cause (G)it ain’t ev ’ry day you get the chance to say...

(C)Oh,

this is how it starts.

Light ning strikes the heart;

it goes off like a gun,

bright er than the sun.

(C)Oh,

we could be the stars

fall in’ from the sky,

shin in’ how we want,

bright er than the sun.

I’d nev er (C)seen it, but I found this love; I’m gon na (F)feed it.

You bet ter be lieve I’m gon na (C)treat it bet ter than an y thing I’ve (G)ev er had ’cause you’re so damn beau ti ful.

(C)Read it; it’s signed and de liv ered.

Let’s (F)seal it ’cause we go to geth er like (C)pea nuts and Pay Days, Mar ley and reg gae, and (G)ev ’ry bod y needs to get a chance to say...

Ev ’ry thing is like a white out

’cause we shick a, shick a shine down,

e ven when the, when the light’s out,

but I can see you glow.

Got my head up in the raft ers.

Got me hap py ev er af ter.

Nev er felt this way be fore.

Ain’t felt this way be (C)fore.

Swear you hit me like a (F)vi sion

I, I, I was n’t ex (C)pect ing,

but who am (G)I to tell fate where it’s s’pposed to go.

(C)Oh,

this is how it starts.

Light ning strikes the heart;

it goes off like a gun,

bright er than the sun.

(C)Oh,

we could be the stars

fall in’ from the sky,

shin in’ how we want,

bright er than the sun.

(C)Oh,

this is how it starts.

Light ning strikes the heart;

it goes off like a gun,

bright er than the sun.

(C)Oh,

we could be the stars

fall in’ from the sky,

shin in’ how we want,

bright er than the sun.

(C)Bright er than the sun.

(C)Bright er than the sun.

(C)Bright er than the sun.

(C)Oh,

this is how it starts.

Light ning strikes the heart;

goes off like a gun,

bright er than the sun.

(C)Oh,

this is how it starts.

Light ning strikes the heart;

goes off like a gun,

bright er than the sun.

Brighter Than The Sun by Colbie Caillat — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Brighter Than The Sun by Colbie Caillat 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 128 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 "Brighter Than The Sun" 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 "Brighter Than The Sun"?
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 Colbie Caillat songs work for kids?
Try "BRIGHTER THAN THE SUN", "Capri", "Oxygen". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.