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Crossroads

· by Don McLean

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Lyrics

Can I’ve got noth ing on my (Am)mind, noth ing to re (D)mem ber,

Noth ing to for (Em)get,

And I’ve got (Am)noth ing

to re (D)gret.

it?

But I’m all tied up on the (Am)in side,

And no one knows quite what I’ve (D)got;

And I know that on the (Am)out side, What I (C)used to be, a lone can make I’m (D7)not,

an y (G)more.

You know I’ve heard a bout peo ple like (Am)me.

But I nev er (D7)made the con (G)nec tion;

They walk one road to set them (Am)free,

And find they’ve gone the wrong di (D)rec tion.

But there’s no need for turn ing (Am)back,

’Cause all roads (D7)lead to where I (G)stand;

And I be lieve I’ll walk them (Am)all,

No mat ter (D7)what I may have (G)planned.

Can you re mem ber who I (Am)was,

noth can you still (D)feel it?

Can you find my (Em)pain?

And I’ve got (Am)noth ing

Can you (D)heal it?

Then lay your hands up on me (Am)now, side,

And cast this dark ness from my (D)soul;

You a lone can light my (Am)way, side,

What I (C)used to You a lone can make me (D7)whole

once a (G)gain.

We’ve walked both sides a of ev ple ’ry (Am)street,

Through all kinds of (D7)wind y con (G)weath er;

But that was nev er our de (Am)feat,

As long as we could walk to (D)geth er.

So there’s no need for turn ing (Am)back,

’Cause all roads (D7)lead to where we (G)stand;

And I be lieve we’ll walk them (Am)all,

No mat ter (D7)what we may have (G)planned.

(Em)planned.

Crossroads by Don McLean — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Crossroads” by Don McLean 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 G at 100 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 "Crossroads" 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 "Crossroads"?: 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 "Crossroads" use?: Just 10 chords: Am, Am7, Bm, Bm7, C, Cmaj7, D, D7, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Don McLean songs work for kids?: Try "AMERICAN PIE", "EMPTY CHAIRS", "CASTLES IN THE AIR". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.