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But For Now

· by Jamie Cullum

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(Cm)Sure I know you’d (Eb)like to have me (A)talk a bout my (Ab)fu ture talk and a (Cm)mil lion words or (Ab)so to fill you (A)in a bout my (G)past.

(Cm)Have I sis ters (Eb)or a broth er?

(A)When’s my birth day?

(Ab)How’s my moth er?

(Cm)Well, my dear, in (Ab)time I’ll an swer (A)all those things you (Bb13sus)asked.

But for (Eb)now

I’ll just (C7#5)say

I (Fm7)love you;

noth ing (Bb7sus)more

seems im por tant so some (Eb)how.

And to (Gm7)mor row can (C7#5)wait come what (Fm7)ev er,

let me love you for (Bb13sus)ev er, but right (Eb)now,

right (G7#5)now.

(Cm)Some fine day when (Eb)we go walk ing (A)we’ll take time for (Ab)i dle talk ing, a (Cm)shar ing ev ’ry (Ab)feel ing as we (A)watch each oth er (G)smile.

(Cm)I’ll hold your hand, (Eb)you’ll hold my hand, (A)we’ll say things we (Ab)nev er have planned, (Cm)then we’ll get to (Ab)know each oth er, (A)in a lit tle (Bb13sus)while.

But for (Eb)now

let me (C7#5)say

I (Fm7)love you;

lat er (Bb7sus)on

there’ll be time for so much (Eb)more.

But for (Gm7)now, mean ing (C7#5)now and for (Fm7)ev er,

let me kiss you, my (Bb13sus)dar ling, then once (Eb)more,

once (G7#5)more.

But for (Eb)now

let me (C7#5)say

I (Fm7)love you;

lat er on I must (Bb7)know much more of (Eb)you.

But for (Gm7)now,

here and (C)now, how I (Fm7)love you,

as you are in my (Bb13sus)arms

I (Eb)love you,

I (Dbmaj7)love you,

I love (Ebmaj7)you.

But For Now by Jamie Cullum — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “But For Now” by Jamie Cullum 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 F at 70 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 "But For Now" 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 "But For Now"?: 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 "But For Now" use?: Just 14 chords: Ab, Am7, Bb7, Bbdom, C7, Cm, D7, D9, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Jamie Cullum songs work for kids?: Try "TWENTYSOMETHING", "NEXT YEAR, BABY", "GRAN TORINO". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.