I Follow Rivers

· by Lykke Li

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Lyrics

Oh, I beg you,

can I fol low?

Oh, I ask you,

why not al ways?

Be the o cean

where I un ra vel.

Be my on ly,

be the wa ter where I’m wad ing.

You’re my riv er run ning high.

Run deep, run (Am)wild.

(F)I, I fol low,

I fol low you (Am)deep sea ba by.

I fol low you.

(F)I, I fol low,

I fol low you (Am)dark doom hon ey.

I fol low you.

He a mes sage,

where I’m the run ner.

He the reb el,

I’m the daugh ter, wait ing for you.

You’re my riv er run ning high.

Run deep, run (Am)wild.

(F)I, I fol low,

I fol low you (Am)deep sea ba by.

I fol low you.

(F)I, I fol low,

I fol low you (Am)dark doom hon ey.

I fol low you.

(Dm)Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

(Am)Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

(Dm)Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

(Am)Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

You’re my riv er run ning high.

Run deep, run wild.

(F)I, I fol low,

I fol low you (Am)deep sea ba by.

I fol low you.

(F)I, I fol low,

I fol low you (Am)dark doom hon ey.

I fol low you.

(F)I, I fol low,

I fol low you (Am)deep sea ba by.

I fol low you.

(F)I, I fol low,

I fol low you (Am)dark doom hon ey.

I fol low you.

(F)Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

(Dm)Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

(Am)Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

(C)Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

(F)Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

(Dm)Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

(Am)Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

(C)Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.

I Follow Rivers by Lykke Li — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Follow Rivers” by Lykke Li 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 Bb at 122 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 Follow Rivers" 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 Follow Rivers"?: 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 Lykke Li songs work for kids?: Try "POSSIBILITY", "Possibility". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.