From Here To The Moon And Back

by Dolly Parton

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I could (D)hold out my arms, say, β€œI (G)love you this much.” I could (A7sus)tell you how (A7)long I will (A7sus)long for your touch.

How (D)much and how (Dmaj7)far

would (D7)I go to (G)prove

the (Esus)depth and the (E)breadth

of (A)my (Bm7)love (Adim)for (A7)you?

From (D)here to the (F#7)moon and (G)back.

Who (G)else in this (A7)world

will (G)love you like (D)that?

For (Dmaj7)Love ev er last ing, I (D7)prom ise you (G)that,

from (D)here to the (A7)moon

and (G)back.

From (D)here to the (A7)moon

and (D)back.

I (D)want you to know you can (G)al ways de pend on could (A7sus)prom is es (A7)made and will (A7sus)love with out end.

No (D)need to won (Dmaj7)der

how (D7)faith ful I’ll (G)be,

now (Esus)on and in (E)to

of (A)e (Bm7)ter (Adim)ni (A7)ty.

From (D)here to the (F#7)moon and (G)back.

Who (G)else in this (A7)world

will (G)love you like (D)that?

For (Dmaj7)ev er and al ways, I’ll (D7)be where you’re (G)at,

from (D)here to the (A7)moon

and (G)back.

From (D)here to the (A7)moon

and (D)back.

I (G)back.

I would (Bm)blow you a kiss from the (F#m)star where I sat, I would (G)call out your name to ech o through the (Dmaj7)vast.

Thank (G)heav en for you and to (D)God, tip (A)my (Bm7)hat.

From (D)here to the (A7)moon and (D)back.

And (Bm)I’ll spend for ev er just (D)prov ing (A)that (Bm7)fact

from (D)here to the (A7)moon and (G)back.

From (D)here to the (A7)moon

and

(D)back.

(G)Mmm, mmm, mmm.

From Here To The Moon And Back by Dolly Parton β€” Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows β€œFrom Here To The Moon And Back” by Dolly Parton in our color-coded kid songbook view β€” 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 D at 60 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement β€” 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 β€” 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 "From Here To The Moon And Back" good for a child learning piano?
Yes β€” 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 "From Here To The Moon And 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 β€” 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 β€” tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "From Here To The Moon And Back" use?
Just 15 chords: A, A7, Adim, Bm, Bm7, D, D7, Dmaj7, +7 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Dolly Parton songs work for kids?
Try "NINE TO FIVE", "HE'S EVERYTHING", "HERE YOU COME AGAIN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.