Hard To Say I'm Sorry

· by Chicago

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Lyrics

Ev ’ry bod y needs a lit tle time a way,

I heard her say,

from (C)each (Dm)oth

(C)er.

E ven lov ers need a hol i day,

far a way from (C)each (Dm)oth

(C)er.

(Dm)Hold me now.

It’s (F)hard for me to say (C)I’m (Bb)sor (F)ry.

I just (Gm7)want you to stay.

Af ter all that we’ve been (C)through,

(A)I will make it (Dm)up to you.

I’ll prom ise (C)to.

And af ter (Bb)all that’s been said and done,

you’re just a part of me I can’t let (Csus)go.

Could n’t stand to be kept a way,

just for the day,

from (C)your (Dm)bod

(C)y.

Would n’t want to be swept a way,

far a way, from (C)the (Dm)one that I (C)love.

(Dm)Hold me now.

It’s (F)hard for me to say (C)I’m (Bb)sor (F)ry.

I just (Gm7)want you to know.

(Dm)Hold me now,

I (F)real ly want to tell you I’m (Bb)sor (F)ry.

I could (Gm7)nev er let you (Csus)go.

the part of me I can’t let (C)go.

Af ter (Db)all that we’ve been (Eb)through,

(C)I will make it up to you.

I’ll prom ise (Eb)to.

(C)You’re gon na be the luck y one.

Hard To Say I'm Sorry by Chicago — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hard To Say I'm Sorry” by Chicago 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 160 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 "Hard To Say I'm Sorry" 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 "Hard To Say I'm Sorry"?: 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 Chicago songs work for kids?: Try "WILL YOU STILL LOVE ME", "LOOK AWAY", "FEELIN' STRONGER EVERY DAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.