Is "I Think I'm Gonna Like It Here" 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 Think I'm Gonna Like It Here"?

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 Think I'm Gonna Like It Here" use?

Just 21 chords: A, A6, Amaj7, Apow, Bb, Bm, C, C#m, +13 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Charles Strouse songs work for kids?

Try "YOU'RE NEVER FULLY DRESSED WITHOUT A SMILE", "MAYBE", "Easy Street (from Annie)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

I Think I'm Gonna Like It Here

· by Charles Strouse

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Lyrics

I think I’m (E)gon na like it, I’m sure I’m (F#)gon na like it, I think I’m (E)gon na like it (A5)here.

So,

think it and it shall ap pear.

I (G)think I’m gon na like it here.

Be cause it (A)knows just what you wan na see.

Wait!

I (G)think it and it comes to me?

Here’s some thing (C)grand for you to play.

Wait!

I could n’t (D)do that yes ter day.

I think I’m gon na (C)like it here.

It’s ver y (D)hard not to, my dear.

Yes, (A)yes, I think I’m gon na like it here.

Yes, (F#m7)yes, I think I’m gon na like it here.

Think I’m gon na like it (C#m)here.

I think I’m gon na like it here.

(A)yes, I think I’m gon na like it here.

Yes, (F#m7)yes, I think I’m gon na like it here.

Think I’m gon na like it (C#m)here.

I think I’m gon na like it Yes, like it (C#m)here.

(E)Look!

It knows the temp you’re com fy in!

That’s (G)great.

Can it teach me to swim?

We’ll get a coach, no need to fear.

I (G)think I’m gon na like it here.

There’s a big (C)ap ple for you to eat.

I’d have been (D)full with just a seed.

There’s a whole new (C)world in that mir ror.

I think I’m gon na (D)like it here.

Yes, (A)yes, I think I’m gon na like it here.

Yes, (F#m7)yes, I think I’m gon na like it here.

Think I’m gon na like it (C#m)here.

I think I’m gon na like it here.

(A)yes, I think I’m gon na like it here.

Yes, (F#m7)yes, I think I’m gon na like it here.

Think I’m gon na like it (C#m)here.

I think I’m gon na like it Yes, like it (C#m)here.

(Bm)Ev ’ry (E)thing you’ve (A)ev er dreamed is (Bm)at your (E)fin ger (A)tips.

And (D#m7)if you (G#7)have n’t (C#m)dreamed it yet, (Dm)add it to (Esus)your (E)wish list.

I think I’m (F)gon na like it.

I know I’m (G)gon na like it.

I know you’re (F)gon na like it.

Damn right, you’re (G)gon na like it.

I think I’m (F)gon na like it (CN.C.)here.

Yes, (Bb)yes, I think I’m gon na like it here.

Yes, (Gm7)yes, I think I’m gon na like it here.

Think I’m gon na like it (Dm)here.

I think I’m gon na like it here.

(Bb)yes, I think I’m gon na like it here.

Yes, (Gm7)yes, I think I’m gon na like it here.

Think I’m gon na like it (Dm)here.

I think I’m gon na like it Yes, like it (Dm)here.

Yes, (Bb)yes.

I Think I'm Gonna Like It Here by Charles Strouse — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Think I'm Gonna Like It Here” by Charles Strouse 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 A at 149 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 Think I'm Gonna Like It Here" 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 Think I'm Gonna Like It Here"?: 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 Think I'm Gonna Like It Here" use?: Just 21 chords: A, A6, Amaj7, Apow, Bb, Bm, C, C#m, +13 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Charles Strouse songs work for kids?: Try "YOU'RE NEVER FULLY DRESSED WITHOUT A SMILE", "MAYBE", "Easy Street (from Annie)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.