I Have Nothing

by Whitney Houston

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(Gmaj9)Share my life, take me from (Em11)what I am.

’Cause (Cmaj9)I’ll nev er change

all my col ors for you.

(Gmaj9)Take my er love, I’ll nev er (Em11)ask for too much

just a (Cmaj9)all that you are

and ev ’ry thing that you (Gmaj9)do.

(Am9)I don’t real ly need to look (Bm7)ver y much (Em11)far ther, (Am9)I don’t wan na have to go (Bm7)where you don’t (Em11)fol low.

(Am9)I won’t hold it back a gain, this (Bm7)pas sion in side.

Can’t (Cmaj7)run from my self, there’s no where to (Am7)hide.

(CN.C.)Don’t make me (Ebmaj9)close one (Dm7)more door.

I don’t wan na (Dm7)hurt an y (Gm7)more.

(Dm)Stay in my (Ebmaj9)arms if (Dm7)you dare, or must I i (Dm7)mag ine you (Gm7)there?

(Dm)Don’t walk a (Cm9)way from me.

I have (Ebmaj7)noth ing, (Bb)noth ing, (Cm7)noth ing if I don’t (F7)have (Bb)you,

you,

you, (F)you, (Ebmaj9)you.

Your love I’ll re mem ber for ev er.

(CN.C.)Don’t make me (Ebmaj9)close one (Dm7)more door.

I don’t wan na (Dm7)hurt an y (Gm7)more.

(Dm)Stay in my (Ebmaj9)arms if (Dm7)you dare, or must I i (Dm7)mag ine you (Gm7)there?

(Dm)Don’t walk a (Cm9)way from me.

I have (Ebmaj7)noth ing, (Bb)noth ing, (Cm7)noth ing.

(CN.C.)Don’t make me (Emaj9)close one (D#m7)more door.

I don’t wan na (D#m7)hurt an y (G#m7)more.

(D#m)Stay in my (Emaj9)arms if (D#m7)you dare, or must I i (D#m7)mag ine you (G#m7)there?

(D#m7)Don’t walk a (C#m7)way from me, (D#m7)no.

(G#m)Don’t (F#)walk a (C#m7)way from me.

Don’t you (G#m7)dare walk a (C#m7)way from me.

I have (Emaj7)noth ing, (B)noth ing, (C#m7)noth ing

if I (F#7)don’t have you,

you.

If I (F#)don’t (Emaj9)have you,

oh, ooh.

I Have Nothing by Whitney Houston — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Have Nothing” by Whitney Houston 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 105 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 Have Nothing" 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 Have Nothing"?
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 "I Have Nothing" use?
Just 33 chords: Am7, Am9, Amin, B, Bb, Bm7, C, C#m7, +25 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Whitney Houston songs work for kids?
Try "I BELIEVE IN YOU AND ME", "I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU", "IT'S NOT RIGHT BUT IT'S OKAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.