Cherish

· by The Association

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(Fsus2)Per ish is the word that (Gm7)more than ap plies

to the (Fsus2)hope ing in my heart each ing (Gm7)time I re a lize

that I am (Am)not gon na be the one to share your (Bb)dreams, you,

that I am (Am)not gon na be the one to share your (Bb)schemes, you,

that I am (Am)not gon na be the one to share what (Bb)seems to (Am)be the (Gm)life that you could (Bb)cher ish me as much as I

cher ish (C)you.

(Fsus2)Cher ish is the word I (Gm7)use to de scribe

all the (Fsus2)feel ing that I have hid ing (Gm7)here for you in side.

You don’t know (Am)how man y times I’ve wished that I had (Bb)told you,

you don’t know (Am)how man y times I’ve wished that I could (Bb)hold you,

you don’t know (Am)how man y times I’ve wished that I could (Bb)mold you (Am)in to (Gm)some one who could (Bb)cher ish me as much as I

do ish (C)you.

(C)yours.

Oh, I’m be (Gm)gin ning to think that (C)man has nev er found the (Am)words that could make you want (E)me,

that have the (C)right a mount of let ters, (F)just the right (Dm7)sound, that could (Bb)make you hear,

(Gm7)make you see that you are (Eb)driv ing me out of my (C)mind.

Oh, I could say I (F)need you, but then you’d (C)re a lize

that I (Cm)want you just like a (D7)thou sand oth er guys who’d say they (Bb)loved you with all the (C7)rest of their lies, when all they (Dm)want ed was to (Bb)touch your face, your (Gm7)hands, and gaze in to your (Cm)eyes.

(Eb)cher ish me as much as I

cher ish (C)you.

(F)And (Bb)I (C)do

(F)cher (Bb)ish (C)you,

(F)and (Bb)I (C)do

(F)cher (Bb)ish (C)you.

Cherish by The Association — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Cherish” by The Association 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 96 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 "Cherish" 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 "Cherish"?: 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 The Association songs work for kids?: Try "CHERISH", "ALONG COMES MARY", "WINDY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.