Don't Look Back

by Boston

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Lyrics

(D)bright ho (A)ri zon (and (D)I’m a wak (E)in’.) (Esus)Oh, (E)I (D)see my (A)self in a (E)brand new way.

The (D)sun is (A)shin

(the (D)clouds are (E)break (Esus)in’,) (E)’cause (D)I can’t (A)lose now.

There’s (E)no game to (F#m)play.

(G)I can tell

there’s (C)no more time left to (G)crit i cize.

I’ve (C)seen what I could not (C)rec og nize.

Ev ’ry thing in my life was lead ing me on.

But I can be (E)strong.

(Am)I

fi n’lly see the dawn ar riv in’.

(Am)I

see be yond the road I’m driv in’.

(E)It’s a (D)Don’t look (A)back, zon (a (D)new day is (E)break (Esus)in’.) (E)It’s (D)been so (A)long since I (E)felt this way.

The (D)I don’t (A)mind (where (D)I get (E)tak (Esus)en.) (E)The (D)road is (A)call in’.

To (E)day is the (F#m)day.

(G)I can see it (C)took so long just to (G)re al ize

I’m (C)much too strong not to (C)com pro mise.

Now I see what I am

is hold ing me down.

I’ll turn it a (E)round.

(Am)I

fi n’lly see the dawn ar riv in’.

(Am)I

see be yond the road I’m driv in’.

(E)It’s a

(D)Don’t look (A)back,

(D)ooh.

(D)Don’t look (A)back,

(D)ooh.

Don't Look Back by Boston — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Don't Look Back” by Boston 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 A 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 "Don't Look Back" 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 Look Back"?
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 Look Back" use?
Just 10 chords: A, Am, C, D, Dm, E, Esus4, F, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Boston songs work for kids?
Try "AMANDA", "LONG TIME", "MORE THAN A FEELING". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.