I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)

by Meat Loaf

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And I would do (D)an y thing for (Asus)love, I’d run right in to (A)hell and back.

I would do (D)an y thing for (Asus)love.

I’ll nev er lie to you and (A)that’s a fact.

But I’ll (Bm)nev er for get the way you (F#m)feel right now, oh (Gsus2)no,

no (A)way.

And I would do (D)an y thing for (Asus)love, but I (D)won’t (A)do (Gsus2)that.

No I won’t do (D)that.

Some days it don’t come eas y,

some days it don’t come hard.

Some days it don’t come at all ev and (D)these are the days that nev er end.

Some nights you’re breath ing fire, lence,

some nights you’re carved in ice.

Some nights are like noth ing I’ve God er (D)seen are be fore or nev er end.

will a gain.

May be I’m (D)cra zy, and that’s but it’s (Bm7)cra zy and it’s (A)true.

I know you can (D)save me.

the No one else can (Bm7)save me now but (A)you.

As long as the plan ets are turn ing,

as long as the stars are burn ing,

as long as your (G)dreams are com ing (A7)true, you bet ter be lieve it that I would do (D)an y (G)thing for (Asus)love.

and Oh, I would do and (D)an y (G)thing for (G)love.

Oh, I would do (D)an y (G)thing for (A)love, but I won’t er do no (Gsus2)that.

No, I won’t do (D)that.

I would do an y thing for love, an y thing you’ve been dream ing of, but I just (A)won’t do (D)that.

I would do an y thing for love, an y thing you’ve been dream ing of, but I just (A)won’t do (A)won’t do...

(D)turn ing back.

But I’ll (Bm)nev er do it bet ter than I (F#m)do it with you.

So (Gsus2)long,

so (A)long.

And I would do (D)an y (G)thing for (A)love.

Oh, I would do (D)an y (G)thing for (Asus)love.

I would do (D)an y (G)thing for love, but I won’t do that,

no, no, no, I won’t Will you (G)raise ter me up, will you ta (Asus)help me down?

Will you (G)get me right out ho of this ter (Asus)god for sa ken town?

Will you (D)make it all a (G)lit tle less (Asus)cold?

(D)I can (A)do (G)that,

oh no I can Will you (G)ca ter to ev ’ry fan ta (Asus)sy I got?

Will you (G)hose me down with ho ly wa ter (Asus)if I get too hot?

Will you (D)take me plac es (G)I’ve nev er (Asus)gone?

(D)I can (A)do (G)that,

oh no I can do you no I can do (D)I know the ter ri tor y, (Asus)I’ve been a round.

It ’ll (D)all turn to dust and we’ll (Asus)all fall down...

(D)Soon er or lat er you’ll be (A)screw ing a round.

I won’t do (G)that.

No, I won’t do (D)An y thing for (Asus)love, but I won’t do (D)that.

I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That) by Meat Loaf — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)” by Meat Loaf 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 D at 118 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'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)" 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'd Do Anything For Love (But I Won't Do That)"?
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 Meat Loaf songs work for kids?
Try "PARADISE BY THE DASHBOARD LIGHT", "TWO OUT OF THREE AIN'T BAD", "BAT OUT OF HELL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.