Grown-up Christmas List

by Amy Grant

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Lyrics

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

I sat up (Am)on your knee.

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

Well, (F)I’m all (C)grown up (Dm)now,

and still need (Am)help some how.

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

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

my grown up (Am)Christ mas list,

(Bb)not for my (F)self, but (Gm7)for a world in (Gm7)need.

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

and (Em9)wars would (Em9)nev er (F#m7)start,

and (Bm)time would (Bm)heal all (A7)hearts.

And ev ’ry (F#m7)one would (Bm)have a (G)friend,

and (Em)right would (Em)al ways (F#m7)win,

and (Bm)love would (Bm)nev er (G#)end.

This (Bm)is my (Em7)grown up (A)Christ mas (D)list.

(A)As (F)chil dren (C)we be (Dm)lieved

the grand est (Am)sight to see

(Bb)was some thing (F)love ly (Gm7)wrapped be neath our (Csus)tree.

Well, (F)heav en (C)sure ly (Dm)knows

that pack ag (Am)es and bows

(Bb)can nev er (F)heal a (Gm7)hurt ing hu man (Gm7)soul.

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

and (Em9)wars would (Em9)nev er (F#m7)start,

and (Bm)time would (Bm)heal all (A7)hearts.

And ev ’ry (F#m7)one would (Bm)have a (G)friend,

and (Em)right would (Em)al ways (F#m7)win,

and (Bm)love would (Bm)nev er (G#)end.

This (Bm)is my (Em7)grown up (A)Christ mas (D)list.

(A)As (D)list.

(D7sus)What is this il lu sion called?

The in no (G)cence of youth.

May be (Bm)on ly in our (Bm7)blind be lief (C#)can we ev er find the truth.

(Eb)No more (Gm7)lives (Cm)torn a (Abmaj7)part,

and (Fm)wars would (Fm)nev er (Gm7)start,

and (Cm)time would heal (Cm)all (Ab)hearts.

And ev ’ry (Gm7)one would (Cm)have a (Ab)friend,

and (Fm)right would (Fm)al ways (Gm7)win,

and (Cm)love would (Cm)nev er (A)end,

oh,

this (Cm)is my (Fm)grown up (Bb7sus)Christ mas (Gm)list.

(Cm7)This is my (A)on ly (Ab)life long (Gm)wish.

(Cm7)This is my (Fm)grown up (Fm)Christ mas (Eb)list.

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 69 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 "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.
What other Amy Grant songs work for kids?
Try "THAT'S WHAT LOVE IS FOR", "GROWN-UP CHRISTMAS LIST", "I NEED A SILENT NIGHT". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.