Is "Highs & Lows" 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 "Highs & Lows"?

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 "Highs & Lows" use?

Just 10 chords: A, Bm, Bm7, C, C#7, D, D6, Dmaj7, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Emeli Sandé songs work for kids?

Try "BREATHING UNDERWATER", "Read All About It, Pt. III", "Clown". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

Highs & Lows

· by Emeli Sandé

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Lyrics

(CN.C.)Oo,

we (F#m)don’t have a plan.

Just pack our bags and run as (Bm)fast as we can.

We hold the fu ture in the (F#m)palm of our hands.

I know you hear me, but do (Bm)you un der stand?

Yeah, we’ve been (F#m)mak in’ a scene.

I’ll keep on sing in’ while you (Bm)shake tam bou rine,

wheth er we’re broke, wheth er we’re (F#m)liv in’ the dream.

I see you laugh in’, but you (Bm)know what I mean.

I’m talk in’ ’bout the (F#m)highs.

I’m talk in’ ’bout the (Bm7)lows.

I’m stick in’ by your (F#m)side,

no way I’m let ting (Bm7)go.

I’m talk in’ ’bout for (F#m)ev er, ba (E)by.

I’m giv in’ you for (Bm)ev er, ba by; (A)it’s (D6)yours.

I’m talk in’ ’bout the (F#m)highs.

I’m talk in’ ’bout the (Bm7)lows.

When we’re (F#m)gray and we’re old

and we’ve run out of all that (Bm)sil ver and gold,

will you still wan na be my (F#m)some one to hold?

See, I would tell you but you (Bm)al rea dy know.

I’m talk in’ ’bout the (F#m)highs.

I’m talk in’ ’bout the (Bm7)lows.

I’m stick in’ by your (F#m)side,

no way I’m let ting (Bm7)go.

I’m talk in’ ’bout for (F#m)ev er, ba (E)by.

I’m giv in’ you for (Bm)ev er, ba by; (A)it’s (D6)yours.

I’m talk in’ ’bout the (F#m)highs.

I’m talk in’ ’bout the (Bm7)lows.

When we’re (Bm7)lows.

I’m cer tain that (E)there’s no oth er.

It’s bang in’ in my (Bm)heart like thun (A)der.

I know I was (E)made to love ya.

No way I’m let ting (C#7)go.

I’ll be there for the (F#m)highs.

I’ll be there through the (Bm)low l l l (A)l (D)lows.

I’m stay in’ by your (F#m)side,

no way I’m let ting (Bm)go.

I’m talk in’ ’bout the (Bm7)lows.

Highs & Lows by Emeli Sandé — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Highs & Lows” by Emeli Sandé 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 F# at 110 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "Highs & Lows" 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 "Highs & Lows"?: 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 "Highs & Lows" use?: Just 10 chords: A, Bm, Bm7, C, C#7, D, D6, Dmaj7, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Emeli Sandé songs work for kids?: Try "BREATHING UNDERWATER", "Read All About It, Pt. III", "Clown". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.