Heirlooms

by Amy Grant

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(F)Up in the (Fsus)at tic,

(F)down on my (Gm)knees,

(F)life times of (Fsus)box es to (F)time less to (Gm)me.

(F)Let ters and (Fsus)pho to graphs

(F)yel lowed with (Bb)years,

(F)some bring ing (Fsus)laugh ter, He (Fmaj7)some bring ing (Bb)tears.

(Gm)Time nev er (Gm)chang es the (C)mem ’ries, the (C)fac (Dm7)es of (F)loved ones who (F)bring

to (Bb)me

tell ing (F)all that I come from, and (C7sus)all that I live for, and (F)all that I’m long ing to (Bbm)be.

(F)My pre cious fam ’ly is (C7sus)more than an heir loom (C)to (F)me.

(F)Wise men and (Fsus)shep herds,

(F)down on their (Gm)knees,

(F)bring ing their (Fsus)treas ures to (F)lay at His (Gm)feet.

(F)Who was this (Fsus)won to der;

(F)ba by, yet (Bb)King?

(F)Liv ing and (Fsus)dy ing, He (Fmaj7)gave life to (Bb)me.

(Gm)Time nev er (Gm)chang es the (C)mem ’ry, the (C)mo (Dm7)ment His (F)love first who (F)pierced

through (Bb)me,

tell ing (F)all that I come from, and (C7sus)all that I live for, and (F)all that I’m long ing to (Bbm)be.

(F)My pre cious Sav ior is (C7sus)more than an heir loom (C)to (F)me.

(F)me.

(F)My pre cious Je sus is (C7sus)more than an heir loom to (F)me.

Heirlooms by Amy Grant — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Heirlooms” 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 88 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 "Heirlooms" 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 "Heirlooms"?
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 "Heirlooms" use?
Just 12 chords: Bb, Bbm, Bbm6, C, C7, Dm, Dm7, Eb, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
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.