Forgiveness

by Sarah McLachlan

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(Gm)Lov ing, (F)ly ing (Bb)en e my, I have (Eb)seen your face be fore.

(Cm)Nev er thought a gain I’d see; did n’t (Bb)want to an y more.

I re (F)mem ber your (Bb)lov ing eyes and the (F)moon lit kiss;

the eve ning (Eb)lull a bies I will tru ly miss.

Through the years we had it all: the (Eb)mid night whis pers, the (Fsus)mid day (F)calls.

This house of cards it had to fall.

And you (Eb)ask for (Bb)for give ness.

You’re (F)ask ing too (Gm)much.

I have (Eb)shel tered my (Bb)heart in a (F)place you can’t (Gm)touch.

I don’t be (Eb)lieve when you tell (Bb)me

(F)your love is (C7)real,

’cause you (Ebmaj7)don’t know much a bout heav en, boy, if you (C7)have to hurt

to feel.

(Gm)Ev ’ry time I see you, I can’t help but look a way.

(Cm)All a long I had be lieved

(Bb)ev ’ry thing you’d say.

When I look, now I know I’ve seen your face be fore.

I (Cm)don’t want your de ceiv ing smile

(Bb)stand ing at my door.

And I don’t care what peo ple say; I’m (Eb)read y now to face this (F)day.

’Cause I have lost you a long the way.

And you

Oo.

Oo.

Oo.

’Cause you (Ebmaj7)don’t know much a bout heav en, boy, if you (C7)have to hurt

to (Eb)ask for (Bb)for give ness.

You’re (F)ask ing too (Gm)much.

I have (Eb)shel tered my (Bb)heart in a (F)place you can’t (Gm)touch.

I don’t be (Eb)lieve when you tell (Bb)me

(F)your love is (C7)real,

’cause you (Ebmaj7)don’t know much a bout heav en, boy, if you (C7)have to hurt

to feel.

Mm.

Forgiveness by Sarah McLachlan — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Forgiveness” by Sarah McLachlan 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 Eb at 72 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 "Forgiveness" 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 "Forgiveness"?
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 "Forgiveness" use?
Just 10 chords: Bb, C7, Cm, Cm6, Cm7, Eb, Ebmaj7, F, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Sarah McLachlan songs work for kids?
Try "ADIA", "BUILDING A MYSTERY", "WHEN SHE LOVED ME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.