Is "Collide" 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 "Collide"?

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 "Collide" use?

Just 6 chords: B, Bmaj7, E, Emaj7, F#, G#m. Take it one section at a time.

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Collide

· by Howie Day

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Lyrics

The dawn is break ing,

a light shin ing through.

You’re bare ly wak ing,

and I’m tang led up in you,

yeah.

But I’m o pen, you’re closed.

Where I fol low, you’ll go.

pres sion.

I wor ry I won’t see your face (G#m)al ways on your mind.

(Emaj7)light up a gain.

E ven the best fall down some times.

E ven the wrong words seem to rhyme.

Out of the doubt that fills my mind,

I some how find you and I col lide.

But I’m qui et, you know.

Where You make a first go.

pres sion.

I’ve found I’m scared to know I’m face (G#m)al ways on your mind.

(Emaj7)light up a gain.

E ven the best fall down some times.

E ven the stars re fuse to shine.

Out of the back, you fall in time.

I some how find you and I col lide.

and I col lide.

Don’t stop here.

I’ve lost my place.

I’m close be hind.

Doo doo doo doo.

Doo doo doo.

E ven the best fall down some times.

E ven the wrong words seem to rhyme.

Out of the doubt that fills my mind,

you fi n’lly find you and I col lide.

Doo doo doo doo.

Doo doo doo.

You fi n’lly find you and I col lide.

Doo doo doo doo.

Doo doo doo.

You fi n’lly find you and I col lide.

Doo doo doo doo.

Doo doo doo.

Collide by Howie Day — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Collide” by Howie Day 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 B at 120 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 "Collide" 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 "Collide"?: 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 "Collide" use?: Just 6 chords: B, Bmaj7, E, Emaj7, F#, G#m. Take it one section at a time.