I'll Be

by Edwin McCain

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Lyrics

The (C)strands in your eyes that (F)col or them the won der ful (C)stop me and steal my my breath.

And (C)em ’ralds from moun tains you’re (F)thrust towards the sky,

my (C)nev er re veal ing their depth.

And (C)tell

(G)me that (F)we be long to (G)geth er.

Dress it up

with the (F)trap pings of love.

I’ll (C)be cap ti (G)vat ed, I’ll (F)hang from (G)your lips in (C)stead of the gal lows of (G)heart ache that hang from a bove.

(C)I’ll

(Am7)be

(F)your cry in’ shoul der,

I’ll be love (G)su i cide.

And (C)I’ll

be

(F)bet ter when I’m old er,

I’ll be

the (G)great est (F)fan of your (C5)life.

And

And I’ve (Am7)dropped out, I’ve burned up.

I (G)fought my way back from the dead.

I’ve (Am7)tuned in, turned on, re (G)mem bered the thing that you

said.

(C)I’ll

be

(F)your cry in’ shoul der,

I’ll be love (G)su i cide.

(C)I’ll

be

(F)bet ter when I’m old er,

I’ll be

the (G)great est (F)fan of your (C)life,

the (G)great est (F)fan of your (C)life,

the (G)great est (F)fan of your (C)life.

I'll Be by Edwin McCain — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I'll Be” by Edwin McCain 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 144 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'll Be" 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'll Be"?
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'll Be" use?
Just 9 chords: Am7, Bbsus2, C, Cpow, Csus2, F, Fsus2, G, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Edwin McCain songs work for kids?
Try "WALK WITH YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.