Don't Know Much

by Linda Ronstadt and Aaron Neville

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Look at this (C)face,

I know the years are show ing.

Look at this (C)life, I (F)still don’t know where it’s go ing.

I (Fmaj7)don’t know (G)much,

but I (Em7)know I (F)love you,

and (G)that may be (F)all I (G)need to (Csus)know.

Look at these (C)eyes,

they’ve nev er seen what mat ters.

Look at these (C)dreams,

so beat en, (F)and so bat tered.

I don’t know much,

but I (Em7)know I (Fmaj7)love you,

and (G)that may be all I need to (C)know.

So man y (D7)ques tions

still left un an (Cmaj7)swered.

So much I’ve (F)nev er bro ken through.

But when I (Eb)feel you near me some times I (Ebmaj9)see so clear ly.

The on ly (Eb)truth I’ve ev er known is (Eb)me and you.

Look at this (Eb)man,

so blessed with in spi ra tion.

Look at this (Eb)soul, still (Ab)search ing for sal va tion.

I (Abmaj7)don’t know (Bb)much,

but I (Gm7)know I (Ab)love you,

and (Bb)that may be all I need to (Eb)know.

I don’t know much,

but I (Gm7)know I (Ab)love you,

and (Bb)that may be all I need to (Eb)know.

I (Abmaj7)don’t know (Bb)much,

but I (Gm7)know I (Ab)love you,

and (Bb)that may be (Abmaj7)all there (Bb)is to know.

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Don't Know Much by Linda Ronstadt and Aaron Neville — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Don't Know Much” by Linda Ronstadt and Aaron Neville 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 80 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 "Don't Know Much" 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 "Don't Know Much"?
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 "Don't Know Much" use?
Just 23 chords: Ab, Ab6, Abmaj7, Am, Am7, Bb, Bbmaj9, C, +15 more. Take it one section at a time.