Is "Forgive Me" 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 "Forgive Me"?

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 "Forgive Me" use?

Just 10 chords: Am, C, Dm7, E, E7, Em7, F, F6, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Leona Lewis songs work for kids?

Try "A Moment Like This", "FOOTPRINTS IN THE SAND", "HAPPY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Forgive Me

· by Leona Lewis

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Lyrics

There’s a (Am)first time for ev ’ry thing; it’s (F)def ’nite ly one of them nights.

I (G)knew when I looked in his eyes that (C)he was gon na be (G)trou ble for me.

But, I (F)I nev er want ed to lie.

I (G)know that my ba by would cry the (C)if he knew what (G)we were do in’.

But, if his love al won’t pass the test,

it’s I (C)got ta get it (G)from some where else.

Well, I’m grown and I need a man.

Hope (E7)he un der stands.

(For give me, ba by, but (C)I got ta take a chance to night.

So (C)I’m go in’; me, my self, and I can’t wait no (C)more sit tin’ all a (G)lone.

Man, I real ly (C)hope, hope you for (G)give me, oh (C)oh, hope you for (G)give me, oh (C)oh, hope you for (G)give me, oh (C)oh.

And I can’t wait no (G)more.

Man, I real ly (C)hope, hope you for give me.) Been a (Am)long time for since ’ry I it’s (F)did some thing good for my self, but (G)why should I be goin’ through hell when (C)he’s was do in’ what (G)he wan na do?

And, I (F)fi n’lly found some bod y else who (G)real ly wants to make me feel the (C)things that I’ve been (G)miss ing so long.

But, And his love al ways passed the test;

it’s a (C)shame I had to (G)look some where else.

But I’m grown and I need a man;

Hope (E7)I un just hope that he un der stands.

but (C)I got ta take a chance to night.

So (C)I’m go in’; me, my self, and I can’t wait no (C)more sit tin’ all a (G)lone.

Man, I real ly (C)hope, hope you for (G)give me, oh (C)oh, hope you for (G)give me, oh (C)oh, hope you for (G)give me, oh (C)oh.

And I can’t wait no (G)more.

Man, I real ly (C)hope, hope you for give me.) Been a you for (G)give me.)

For give me, but I need to be loved, too.

For give me, but I can’t wait a round for you.

For give me if I found a man who un der stands just what I need, oh.

(Sing it a (Fmaj7)gain!) For give me, but I need to be loved, too.

For give me, but I can’t wait a round for you.

For give me if I found a man who un der stands.

(For (E)give me, ba by, you for (G)give me,

but (C)I got ta take a chance to night.

So (C)I’m go in’; me, my self and I can’t wait no (C)more sit tin’ all a (G)lone.

Man, I real ly (C)hope, hope you for (G)give me.

Forgive Me by Leona Lewis — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Forgive Me” by Leona Lewis 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 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 "Forgive Me" 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 "Forgive Me"?: 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 "Forgive Me" use?: Just 10 chords: Am, C, Dm7, E, E7, Em7, F, F6, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Leona Lewis songs work for kids?: Try "A Moment Like This", "FOOTPRINTS IN THE SAND", "HAPPY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.