Grown-up Christmas List

by Amy Grant

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Do (F)you re (C)mem ber (Dm)me?

I sat up (C)on your (Bb)knee.

I wrote to (F)you with (Gm7)child hood fan ta (Csus)sies.

(C)Well, (F)I’m all (C)grown up (Dm)now,

and still need (Am)help some (Bb)how.

I’m not a (F)child, but (Gm7)my heart still can (Csus)dream.

(C)So (F)here’s my (C)life long (Dm)wish,

my grown up (Am)Christ mas (Bb)list.

Not for my (F)self, but (Gm7)for a world in (Csus)need.

(D)No more (Bm)lives torn a (G)part,

that (A)wars would ne ver (F#m)start,

and (Bm)time would heal all (G)hearts.

Ev ’ry (Bm)one would have a (G)friend,

that (A)right would al ways (F#m)win,

and (Bm)love would ne ver end.

This is my (A7)grown up Christ mas (D)list.

What is this il lu sion called?

The in no cence of youth.

May be (Bm)on ly in that (E7)blind be lief can we (A)ev er find the (C#sus4)truth.

(A7)There’d be (F#m)list.

This is my (C#)on ly life long (F#m)wish.

This (Em)is my grown up (A7)Christ mas

(D)list.

(A7)Mm, mm,

(D)mm.

Grown-up Christmas List by Amy Grant — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Grown-up Christmas List” 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 Bb at 58 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Grown-up Christmas List" 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 "Grown-up Christmas List"?
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.