Is "Every Heartbeat" 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 "Every Heartbeat"?

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 "Every Heartbeat" use?

Just 15 chords: A, A6, B, Bm, Bm7, C, C#m7, D, +7 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Amy Grant songs work for kids?

Try "THAT'S WHAT LOVE IS FOR", "GROWN-UP CHRISTMAS LIST", "I NEED A SILENT NIGHT". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Every Heartbeat

· by Amy Grant

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Lyrics

Hear me speak what’s on my mind.

Let me give this tes ti (A6)mo ny.

You’re Re af firm that you will find

that you are my one and (A6)on ly.

No ex cep tion to this rule.

I’m sim ple but I’m no fool.

I’ve got a wit ness, hap py to say, (A)ev er y (A)ho ur, (F#m7)ev er y (A)day.

(F#m7)Ev ’ry (E)heart beat (C#m7)bears your (D)name.

(A)Loud and (E)clear they (F#7sus)stake (F#m7)my (D)claim.

Ask an My y one and blood they’ll (D)tell you true it’s true and ev er y (A)heart beat be (D)longs to (Esus)you.

Clas sic case of boy meets girl.

Mov ing in the same di (A6)rec tion.

You’re not af ask ing for the world,

I’m not ask ing for per (A6)fec tion.

Just a love that’s well de signed.

For pass ing the test of time.

I’m here to tell you.

I’m here to stay (A)ev er y (A)ho ur, (F#m7)ev er y (A)day.

(F#m7)Ev ’ry (E)heart beat (C#m7)bears your (D)name.

(A)Loud and (E)clear they (F#7sus)stake (F#m7)my (D)claim.

Ask an My y red and blood they’ll (D)runs you true it’s blue and ev er y (A)heart beat be (D)longs to (Esus)you.

(D)longs to (Esus)you.

Woo.

Ooh.

Ah.

(Bm)Yeah, sure, may be I’m (G)on the edge but I (Bm)love you, ba by, and (G)like I said,

I’m here to tell you, (Gmaj7)I’m here to stay, (F#m7)ev er y ho ur, (Esus)ev er y day.

(F#m7)Ev er y (E)heart beat (C#m7)bears your (D)name.

(A)Loud and (E)clear they (F#7sus)stake (F#m7)my (D)claim.

Ask an My y one and blood they’ll tell you true it’s true that ev er y (A)heart beat be (D)longs to (Esus)you.

(F#m7)Ev er y (E)heart beat (C#m7)bears your (D)name.

(A)Loud and (E)clear they (F#7sus)stake (F#m7)my (D)claim.

Ask an My y red and blood they’ll runs you true it’s blue; that ev er y (A)heart beat be (D)longs to (Esus)you.

Every Heartbeat by Amy Grant — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Every Heartbeat” by Amy Grant 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 120 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 "Every Heartbeat" 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 "Every Heartbeat"?: 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 "Every Heartbeat" use?: Just 15 chords: A, A6, B, Bm, Bm7, C, C#m7, D, +7 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Amy Grant songs work for kids?: Try "THAT'S WHAT LOVE IS FOR", "GROWN-UP CHRISTMAS LIST", "I NEED A SILENT NIGHT". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.