By Your Side

· by Sade

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By Your Side

Lyrics

Let’s go out and be (Dm)wild, do it while we can.

(Doo,

doo.)

Run nin’ free in the (Dm)world, we got all week end.

(Doo,

doo.)

Tear it up, tear it down, get tin’ lost in the sound of our hearts beat in’.

Take me here, take me now, get tin’ lost in the crowd with you.

(Bb)Up all night,

I wait ed for you (Dm)all my life.

Hold my hand and keep me (Bb)close, I’ll nev er let you go, no, not to night.

Keep me by your (Bb)side.

By, by your (Csus4)side.

By, by your (Dm)side.

By, by your side.

Your, your, (Csus4)your, your, your, your (Bb)side.

By, by your (Csus4)side.

By, by your (Dm)side.

By, by… Keep me (Csus4)by your (CN.C.)side.

By Your Side by Sade — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “By Your Side” by Sade 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 120 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "By Your Side" 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 "By Your Side"?: 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 "By Your Side" use?: Just 4 chords: B, Bb, Csus4, Dm. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Sade songs work for kids?: Try "NO ORDINARY LOVE", "THE SWEETEST TABOO", "BY YOUR SIDE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.