Can't Live A Day

by Avalon

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(Bb)I could (Bb)live life a (Gm7)lone, and (Bb)nev er fill the (Bb)long ings of my heart, the (Cm7)heal ing warmth of (Fsus)some one’s arms.

And (Bb)I could (Bb)live with out (Gm7)dreams and (Bb)nev er know the (Bb)thrill of what could be, with (Cm7)ev ’ry star so (Dsus)far and (D7)out of (Gm)reach.

I could (Bb)live with out man y things oh yes.

and (Fsus)I could car ry (F)on.

But I could n’t (Bb)face my life to (Bb)mor row with out Your (Eb)hope in my heart.

I know I (Cm7)can’t live a day with out (F)You.

Lord, there’s no (Bb)night and there’s no morn ing with out Your (Bb)lov ing arms to hold me.

You’re the (Cm7)heart beat of (Bb)all I (Eb)do.

I can’t live a (Fsus)day with (F)out (Bb)You.

And oh, (Bb)I could (Bb)trav el the (Gm7)world, see (Bb)all the won ders (Bb)beau ti ful and new.

They’d (Cm7)on ly make me (Fsus)think of You.

And (Bb)I could (Bb)have all life (Gm7)fered, and (Bb)rich es that were (Bb)far be yond com pare, to (Cm7)grant my ev ’ry (Dsus)wish with (D7)out a (Gm)care.

I Oh, (Bb)I could do an y thing, oh yes.

But (Fsus)You weren’t in it (F)all, But I could n’t (Bb)face my life to (Bb)mor row with out Your (Eb)hope in my heart.

I know I (Cm7)can’t live a day with out (F)You.

Lord, there’s no (Bb)night and there’s no morn ing with out Your (Bb)lov ing arms to hold me.

You’re the (Cm7)heart beat of (Bb)all I (Eb)do.

I can’t live a (Fsus)day with (F)out (Bb)You.

And oh, (Bb)You.

Oh,

(Cm)Je sus,

I (Bb)live be cause You live.

You’re like the air I (F)breathe.

Oh,

(Cm)Je sus,

oh, I (Bb)have be cause You give.

You’re ev ’ry thing to (Fsus)me.

(F)Oh, I (Gsus)could n’t (C)face my life to mor row with out Your (C)hope in my heart.

I know I (C)can’t live a day with out (G)You.

Oh Lord, there’s no (C)night and there’s no morn ing with out Your (C)lov ing arms to hold me.

You’re the (Dm7)heart beat of (C)all I (F)do.

I could n’t (C)face my life to mor row with out Your (C)hope in my heart.

I know I (C)can’t live a day with out (G)You.

Oh Lord, there’s no (C)night and there’s no morn ing with out Your (C)lov ing arms to hold me.

You’re the (Dm7)heart beat of (C)all I (F)do.

I could n’t (G)do.

I can’t live a day

with (G)out (C)You.

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Can't Live A Day by Avalon — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Can't Live A Day by Avalon 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 Eb at 80 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 "Can't Live A Day" 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 "Can't Live A Day"?
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 Avalon songs work for kids?
Try "EVERYTHING TO ME", "IN CHRIST ALONE", "CAN'T LIVE A DAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.