I Don't Want To Live Without You

by Foreigner

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Lyrics

I find my self in a (Em)strange sit u a tion

and I don’t know (G69)how.

What seemed to be an (Em)in fat u a tion

is so dif f’rent (G69)now.

I can’t get by if there’s we’re not to geth er.

Ooh, for the can’t you see,

girl, I want reached you (Em)now and for ev er

and I close to me.

I’m (F)long (C)ing (F)for (C)the time,

I’m (F)long (C)ing (F)for (G6)the day,

hop ing that (F)you (C)will (F)prom (C)ise to (C)be (F)mine and (F)nev (C)er (F)go (C)a way.

I don’t want to (C)live with (G)out (Am)you.

I don’t want to (C)live with (G)out (Am)you.

(F)I could nev er (C)live with (G)out (Am)you,

(F)live with out your love.

I ask my self but there’s no ex pla na tion Ooh, for the way I feel.

I know I’ve reached the (Em)right des ti na tion,

and I know it’s real.

I’m (F)long (C)ing (F)for (C)the time,

I’m (F)long (C)ing (F)for (G6)the day

when I’ll be (F)giv (C)ing (F)you (C)this heart (C)of (F)mine.

Be (F)lieve (C)me (F)when (C)I say:

don’t want to (C)live with (G)out (Am)you.

I don’t want to (C)live with (G)out (Am)you.

(F)I could nev er (C)be with (G)out (Am)you,

(F)be out your love.

Now, I don’t want to I don’t want to (C)live with (G)out (Am)you,

(F)live with out your love.

(F)(Live with out your (G69)love.) Live with out your love.

(F)(Live with out your (G69)love.) You see, I’m lost with out your love.

(F)(Live with out your (G69)love.) Live with out your love.

(F)(Live with out your (G69)love.) You see, I’m lost with out your love.

I Don't Want To Live Without You by Foreigner — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Don't Want To Live Without You” by Foreigner 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 112 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 "I Don't Want To Live Without You" 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 "I Don't Want To Live Without You"?
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 Foreigner songs work for kids?
Try "WAITING FOR A GIRL LIKE YOU", "I WANT TO KNOW WHAT LOVE IS", "SAY YOU WILL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.