Hold On To The Nights

· by Richard Marx

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Lyrics

Just when I be lieved

I could n’t (G)ev er want for more,

this ev er chang ing world

push es me (G)through an oth er door.

I saw you smile

and my (G)mind could not e rase the our (Gsus)beau ty of your (G)face.

Just for a while,

won’t you (G)let

feel me shel ter you?

Hold on to the nights.

Hold on to the mem o ries.

I wish that I could (F)give you some thing (Gsus)more,

that I could be yours.

How do we ex plain

some thing that (G)took us by sur prise?

this Prom is es in vain,

love that is (G)real, but in dis guise.

What hap pens now?

Do we (G)break an oth er rule, let our (Gsus)lov ers play the (G)fool?

I don’t know how

won’t to (G)stop

feel ing this way.

you?

Hold on to the nights.

Hold on to the mem o ries.

I wish that I could (F)give you some thing (Gsus)more,

that I could be yours.

If on ly I could (F)give you (Gsus)more.

Well, I (Bm)think that I’ve been true to ev ’ry (A)bod y else but me, and the (Dm7)way I feel a bout you makes my (G)heart long to be free.

Ev ’ry (Bm)time I look in to your eyes, I’m (A)help less ly a ware that the (Dm7)some one I’ve been search ing for is (F6)right (E)there.

Hold on to the nights.

Hold on to the mem o ries.

I wish that I could (G)give you (Asus)more.

Oh.

Hold on to the nights.

Hold On To The Nights by Richard Marx — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hold On To The Nights” by Richard Marx 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 C at 90 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 To The Nights" 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 To The Nights"?: 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.
What other Richard Marx songs work for kids?: Try "HOLD ON TO THE NIGHTS", "ENDLESS SUMMER NIGHTS", "HAZARD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.