Is "Can't Stop This Thing We Started" 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 Stop This Thing We Started"?

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 "Can't Stop This Thing We Started" use?

Just 12 chords: A, Bb, C, D, E, Eb, Esus2, Esus4, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Bryan Adams songs work for kids?

Try "PLEASE FORGIVE ME", "Here I Am", "I DO IT FOR YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Can't Stop This Thing We Started

· by Bryan Adams

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Lyrics

You might stop the a hur ri cane,

might e ven stop the driv in’ rain.

You might have had a doz en oth er guys, but if (A)you wan na stop me, ba by, don’t e ven try.

I’m go in’ one way,

(E)your way.

Now, (A)it’s such (E)a (D)strong way,

(G)let’s make (D)it (E)our way.

Now (F#m7)ba (Esus)by, I can’t stop this (Esus2)thing we start (E)ed.

You got ta know it’s (A)right.

I can’t stop this (Esus2)course we’ve plot (E)ted,

yeah.

This thing called (E)love, we got it.

No place for the (A)bro ken heart ed.

I can’t stop this (F#m)thing (E)we (Esus)start (E)ed, (D)no way.

I’m go ing (E)your way.

You might stop the world spin nin’ ’round,

might e ven walk on ho ly ground.

I ain’t have Su per man and I can’t fly, but if (A)you wan na stop me, ba by, don’t e ven try.

I’m go in’ one way,

(E)your way.

Now, (A)it’s such (E)a (D)strong way,

(G)let’s make (D)it (E)our way.

Now (F#m7)ba (Esus)by, I can’t stop this (Esus2)thing we start (E)ed.

You got ta know it’s (A)right.

I can’t stop this (Esus2)course we’ve plot (E)ted,

yeah.

This thing called (E)love, we got it.

No place for the (A)bro ken heart ed.

I can’t stop this (F#m)thing (E)we (Esus)start (E)ed, (D)no way.

I’m go ing (E)your way.

(Bb)Oh,

(Eb)why (Bb)take it (F)slow?

(F)I got ta know,

(Bb)hey!

There’s (A)noth ing can stop this thing that we’ve got.

Yeah, yeah,

This thing called (C)love, we got it.

Ain’t no place for the (Bb)bro ken heart ed.

I can’t stop it.

I can’t stop this (Esus2)thing we start ed.

You got ta know it’s (A)right.

I can’t stop this (Esus2)course we’ve plot ted,

yeah.

I can’t stop this (Esus2)thing we start ed.

You got ta know it’s (A)right.

I can’t stop this (Esus2)course we’ve plot ted,

yeah.

Can't Stop This Thing We Started by Bryan Adams — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Can't Stop This Thing We Started” by Bryan Adams 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 A at 112 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 "Can't Stop This Thing We Started" 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 Stop This Thing We Started"?: 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 "Can't Stop This Thing We Started" use?: Just 12 chords: A, Bb, C, D, E, Eb, Esus2, Esus4, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Bryan Adams songs work for kids?: Try "PLEASE FORGIVE ME", "Here I Am", "I DO IT FOR YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.