Is "Coming Out Of The Dark" 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 "Coming Out Of The Dark"?

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 "Coming Out Of The Dark" use?

Just 12 chords: A, Am6, Amaj7, Bb7, C#m7, D, Dsus2, E, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Gloria Estefan songs work for kids?

Try "TURN THE BEAT AROUND", "Reach". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

Coming Out Of The Dark

· by Gloria Estefan

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Lyrics

Why be a fraid

if I’m not a lone?

and Life is nev er (D)eas y, the rest is un known.

And up till now for (Dsus2)me it’s been (D)hands a gainst stone.

I spend each and ev ’ry (E)mo i ment but search ing felt for (A)what to be (Amaj7)lieve.

Com ing out of the dark I fin ’lly see the light, (A)now, and it’s (Am6)shin ing on me.

Com ing out of the (E)dark, (E7)I know the love that saved (A)me, you’re (Am6)shar ing with me.

Start ing a gain

is part of the plan,

and I’ll be so much (D)strong er the hold ing your hand,

And Step by step I’ll (Dsus2)make it through, (D)I know I can.

I It may not make it (E)eas i er, but I have felt you (A)near all the (Amaj7)way.

Com ing out of the dark I fin ’lly see the light, (A)now, and it’s (Am6)shin ing on me.

Com ing out of the (E)dark, (E7)I know the love that saved (A)me, you’re (Am6)shar ing with me.

(A)me, you’re shar ing with me.

For ev er

(E)stand on (F#m)the rock (Amaj7)of your love.

Ev er, ev er, (F#m7)ooh.

(A)Can’t no bod y (Bb)stop me!

Watch me!

Ev er and ev er (F#m7)stand (E)on (F#m)the (Amaj7)rock of your love is all it takes

no mat ter what we face.

Com ing of the (A)me, you’re (Am6)shar ing, you’re shar ing with me, (C#m7)shar ing with me, (A)shar ing with me, shar ing with me.

of the (E7)dark I fin ’lly see the light, (A)now, and it’s (Am6)shin ing on me.

Com ing out of the (E)dark, I know the love that saved (A)me you’re (Am6)shar ing, you’re shar ing with me, (C#m7)shar ing with me, (A)shar ing with me, shar ing with me.

of the (E7)dark I fin ’lly see the light, (A)now, and it’s (Am6)shin ing on me.

Com ing out of the (E)dark, I know the love that saved (A)me you’re (Am6)shar ing, you’re shar ing with me, (C#m7)shar ing with me, (A)shar ing with me, shar Com ing out of the (E)dark.

Coming Out Of The Dark by Gloria Estefan — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Coming Out Of The Dark” by Gloria Estefan 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 E at 90 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 "Coming Out Of The Dark" 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 "Coming Out Of The Dark"?: 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 "Coming Out Of The Dark" use?: Just 12 chords: A, Am6, Amaj7, Bb7, C#m7, D, Dsus2, E, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Gloria Estefan songs work for kids?: Try "TURN THE BEAT AROUND", "Reach". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.