Hey Jesus Loves Me

by Steve Merkel

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Na na na na na na (Bb)na na na.

Na na na na, Je sus loves me.

Na na na na na na (Bb)na na na.

Na na na na, Je sus loves me.

There’s a (C)life

that’s (C)nev er end ing, there’s a (C)truth that lights my (Bb)way.

There is (C)mer cy

that’s new (C)ev ’ry morn ing; it will (C)nev er go a (Bb)way.

(Dm)Oh, that we would al ways see the (Bb)Fa ther’s love for you and me.

Hey!

Je sus (C)loves me.

Hey!

Je sus (C)loves me.

Hey!

Je sus (C)loves me.

The great est thing that there could ev er (C)be is that Je sus loves (F)me.

Na na na na na na (Bb)na na na.

Na na na na, Je sus loves me.

God our (C)Fa

that’s (C)up in heav en, there’s a (C)ho ly is His (Bb)name.

We will (C)live, cy

live with (C)Him for ev er; that’s why (C)Je er sus a (Bb)came.

(Dm)I wish we could al ways see the (Bb)Fa ther’s love for you and me.

Hey!

Je sus (C)loves me.

Hey!

Je sus (C)loves me.

Hey!

Je sus (C)loves me.

The great est thing that there could ev er (C)be is that Je sus loves (F)me.

Na na na na na na (Bb)na na na.

Na na na na, Je sus loves me.

(Dm)I wish we could al ways see the (Bb)Fa ther’s love for you and me.

(F)I wish we could un der stand the (Bb)price that Je sus (G)paid.

(Dm)I wish we could al ways see the (Bb)Fa ther’s love for you and me.

(F)I wish we could un der stand the (Bb)price that Je sus (C)paid.

(Dm)I wish we could al ways see the (Bb)Fa ther’s love for you and me.

(F)I wish we could un der stand the (Bb)price that Je sus (G)paid.

(Dm)I wish we could al ways see the (Bb)Fa ther’s love for you and me.

(F)I wish we could un der stand the (Bb)price that Je sus (C)paid.

(Bb)price that Je sus (C)paid.

(G)(me.) Hey!

Je sus (D)loves me.

Hey!

Je sus (D)loves me.

Hey!

Je sus (D)loves me.

The great est thing that there could ev er (D)be is that Je sus loves (G)(me.) Hey!

Je sus (D)loves me.

Hey!

Je sus (D)loves me.

Hey!

Je sus (D)loves me.

The great est thing that there could ev er (D)be is that Je sus loves (D)be is that Je sus loves (G)me.

Na na na na na na (C)na na na.

Na na na na, Je sus loves me.

Na na na na na na (C)na na na.

Na na na na, Je sus loves me.

Hey Jesus Loves Me by Steve Merkel — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hey Jesus Loves Me” by Steve Merkel 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 100 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 "Hey Jesus Loves Me" 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 "Hey Jesus Loves Me"?
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.