Is "Compass" 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 "Compass"?

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 "Compass" use?

Just 5 chords: Am, C, Dm, F, G. Take it one section at a time.

What other Lady A songs work for kids?

Try "I RUN TO YOU", "JUST A KISS", "DOWNTOWN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Compass

· by Lady A

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Lyrics

Yeah, it’s (C)been a bump y (G)road,

roll er (C)coast ers high and (G)low.

Fill the (C)tank and drive the (G)car; ped al fast, ped al hard, you won’t (C)have to go that (G)far.

You wan na give up (C)’cause it’s (F)dark.

We’re real ly not that (C)far a (F)part.

So let your (F)heart, sweet (C)heart, be your (G)com pass when you’re (Am)lost, and you should (F)fol low it wher (C)ev er it may go.

When it’s (F)all said and (C)done, you can (G)walk in stead of (Am)run.

’Cause no (F)mat ter what, you’ll (C)nev er be a lone, nev er be a (F)lone, (oh, oh, (C)oh,)

(Am)nev er be a (F)lone, (oh, oh, (C)oh.)

For got di rec tions on your (G)way.

Don’t close your (C)eyes, don’t be a (G)fraid.

We might be (C)cra zy late at (G)night.

I can’t wait till you ar rive.

Fol low (C)stars, you’ll be al (G)right.

You wan na give up (C)’cause it’s (F)dark.

We’re real ly not that (C)far a (F)part.

So let your (F)heart, sweet (C)heart, be your (G)com pass when you’re (Am)lost, and you should (F)fol low it wher (C)ev er it may go.

When it’s (F)all said and (C)done, you can (G)walk in stead of (Am)run.

’Cause no (F)mat ter what, you’ll (C)nev er be a lone, nev er be a (F)lone, (oh, oh, (C)oh,)

(Am)nev er be a (F)lone, (oh, oh, (C)oh.)

You wan na give up (C)’cause it’s (F)dark.

We’re real ly not that (C)far a (F)part.

So let your

When it’s (F)all said and (C)done, you can (G)walk in stead of (Am)run.

’Cause no (F)mat ter what, you’ll (C)nev er be a lone.

Compass by Lady A — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Compass” by Lady A 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 C at 100 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 "Compass" 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 "Compass"?: 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 "Compass" use?: Just 5 chords: Am, C, Dm, F, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Lady A songs work for kids?: Try "I RUN TO YOU", "JUST A KISS", "DOWNTOWN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.