Hold On

by Shawn Mendes

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Stop, (G)take it in and I breathe for a min ute.

I think (G)too much when I’m a lone.

I (G)nev er win when I keep all my thoughts in side.

So (G)I’ll pick up the phone.

And my dad says: (G)Shawn, stay with me.

(A)Ev ’ry thing will be al right.

I know I (D)hav en’t (G)seen you late ly

(A)but you’re al ways on my mind.

I (G)don’t know (D)what

you’re (A)go in’ (Bm7)through but there’s (G)so much (D)life

a (A)head of (Bm7)you.

And it (G)won’t slow (D)down no mat ter (F#7)what you (Bm7)do.

So you just got ta (G)hold (D)on.

All we can do is (G)hold (D)on.

These (G)days are fly in’ by, weeks feel like min utes.

I can’t (G)re mem ber be in’ small.

I try (G)to fig ure it out, I can’t seem to find out how.

I (G)guess I don’t know much at all.

And my (D)dad says: (G)Shawn, stay with me.

(A)Ev ’ry thing will be al right.

I know I (D)hav en’t (G)seen you late ly

(A)but you’re al ways on my mind.

I (G)don’t know (D)what

you’re (A)go in’ (D)through but there’s (G)so much (D)life

a (A)head of (D)you.

And it (G)won’t slow (D)down no mat ter (F#7)what you (Bm7)do so you just got ta (G)hold (D)on.

All we can do is (Bm7)hold (A)on.

All we can do is (Bm7)hold (A)on.

Yeah, you just got ta (Bm7)hold (A)on.

Just, just (D)hold (G)on.

Just hold (A)on for me.

And my (Bm7)dad says: (G)Shawn, stay with me.

(A)Ev ’ry thing will be al right.

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Yeah, you just got ta (G)hold (D)on.

Just hold on for me.

Hold On by Shawn Mendes — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hold On” by Shawn Mendes 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 D at 98 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 "Hold On" 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 "Hold On"?
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 "Hold On" use?
Just 6 chords: A, Apow, Bm7, D, F#7, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Shawn Mendes songs work for kids?
Try "I DON'T EVEN KNOW YOUR NAME", "LOST IN JAPAN", "FALLIN' ALL IN YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.