Hold On I'm Comin'

by Sam & Dave

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Lyrics

Don’t you (G7)ev er

feel sad;

lean on me when times are bad.

When the day comes and you’re down

in a riv er of trou ble and I got to drown,

just hold (G)on,

I’m (Bb)com in’.

Hold (C)on,

I’m (G)com in’.

I’m goin’ my (G7)way,

your lov er.

If you get cold, I’ll be your cov er.

Don’t have to wor ry

’cause I’m here.

No need to suf fer,

’cause I’m here.

’Cause hold on,

I’m (Bb)com in’.

Hold (C)on,

I’m (G)com in’.

Hold on,

I’m (Bb)com in’.

Hold (C)on,

I’m (G)com in’.

Hold (G)com in’.

(Look here.)

(C7)Reach out to me

for sat is fac tion, yeah.

(Bb)Call my name, now,

for quick re ac tion, eh, eh, eh, yeah.

(G)com in’.

Hold On I'm Comin' by Sam & Dave — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hold On I'm Comin' by Sam & Dave 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 G 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 "Hold On I'm Comin'" 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 I'm Comin'"?
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 I'm Comin'" use?
Just 7 chords: Bb, C, C7, D7, F, G, G7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Sam & Dave songs work for kids?
Try "WRAP IT UP", "I THANK YOU", "SOUL MAN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.