Is "First" 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 "First"?

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 "First" use?

Just 8 chords: Am, C, Csus4, F, F6, Fmaj7, G, Gpow. Take it one section at a time.

What other Lauren Daigle songs work for kids?

Try "LOVE LIKE THIS", "TURN YOUR EYES UPON JESUS", "O' LORD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

First

· by Lauren Daigle

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Lyrics

Be fore I bring my need, I will (G)bring my heart.

Be fore I lift my cares, I will (G)lift my arms.

I wan na know You, I wan na find You in ev ’ry sea son, in ev ’ry mo ment.

Be fore I bring my need, I will (G)bring my heart

and (F6)seek You (Am)first.

I wan na seek You, I wan na seek You (Am)first.

I wan na keep You, I wan na keep You (Am)first.

(C)More than an y thing I want, I want You (Am)first.

Be fore I speak a word, let me (G)hear Your voice.

And in the midst of pain, let me (G)feel Your joy.

I wan na know You, I wan na find You in ev ’ry sea son, in ev ’ry mo ment.

Be fore I speak a word, I will (G)bring my heart

and (F6)seek You (Am)first.

I wan na seek You, I wan na seek You (Am)first.

I wan na keep You, I wan na keep You (Am)first.

(C)More than an y thing I want, I want You (Am)first.

You are my (Am)treas ure and (Csus)my

re ward.

Let noth ing (Am)ev er

(Csus)come

be fore.

You are my (Fmaj7)treas ure and (Csus)my

re ward.

Let noth ing (Fmaj7)ev er

(C)come

be fore

I seek You

(Am)first.

(I wan na seek You)

(Am)first.

I wan na seek You, I wan na seek You (Am)first.

I wan na keep You, I wan na keep You (Am)first.

(C)More than an y thing I want, I want You (Am)first,

(Am)first.

First by Lauren Daigle — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “First” by Lauren Daigle 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 120 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.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great way to build confidence with sustained, expressive playing in the key of C. Your left hand follows an oompah bass pattern — root note, then chord — so keep that motion steady and relaxed; think of it as a gentle rocking rather than a bounce. The chord set looks bigger than it is: F, Fmaj7, and F6 all share the same left-hand root, and Csus4 is just your C chord with one finger sliding up to F — practice that tiny shift until it feels automatic. Watch the G-to-Am transition especially; at 120 BPM it comes faster than you'd expect in a peaceful ballad. I'd suggest hands-separate first, looping the verse pattern in your left hand until it's effortless, then layering in the melody. Once both hands sync on that oompah groove, use light sustain pedal to connect the phrases without muddying them. This is the piece that will lock in your sense of how small chord variations — like Csus4 resolving back to C — add real emotional color with almost no extra effort.

Frequently asked questions

Is "First" 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 "First"?: 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 "First" use?: Just 8 chords: Am, C, Csus4, F, F6, Fmaj7, G, Gpow. Take it one section at a time.
What other Lauren Daigle songs work for kids?: Try "LOVE LIKE THIS", "TURN YOUR EYES UPON JESUS", "O' LORD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.