Christmas Is The Time To Say I Love You

by Billy Squier

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(F)Christ mas is the (Bb)time to say, “I (F)love you.”

Share the joys of (D)laugh ter and good (Gm)cheer.

(Bb)Christ mas is the (Bdim)time to say, “I (F)love you” (D)and a feel ing that will (C7)last all through the (F)year.

(Bb)On the cor ner win carol dow ers snow are is (F)sing ing.

But There’s a touch of (D)mag ic in the (Gm)air.

From (Bb)grown up to (Bdim)min or, (F)no one could be (D)fin er.

(Gm)Times are hard, but no one seems to (C7)care.

(F)Christ mas Eve and (Bb)all the world is (F)watch ing.

San ta guides his (D)rein deer through the (Gm)dark.

But from (Bb)roof top to (Bdim)chim ney, from (F)Har lem to (D)Bim ni, (Gm)they will find a (C7)way in to your (F)heart.

(F)Christ mas is the (Bb)time to say, “I (F)love you.”

Share the joys of (D)laugh ter and good (Gm)cheer.

(Bb)Christ mas is the (Bdim)time to say, “I (F)love you” (D)and a feel ing that will (C7)last all through the (F)year.

(F)year.

So, when (Bb)spir its grow (Bdim)light er and (F)hopes are shin in’ (D)bright er, (Gm)then you know that (C7)Christ mas time is (Bb)here.

Christmas Is The Time To Say I Love You by Billy Squier — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Christmas Is The Time To Say I Love You by Billy Squier 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 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 "Christmas Is The Time To Say I Love You" 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 "Christmas Is The Time To Say I Love You"?
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.