I'll Be There For You

by The Rembrandts

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So, no one told you life was and gon na be be this way.

Your job’s your a break fast you’re broke, so far, your love life’s D.

O.

A.

It’s like you’re al ways stuck in (A)se cond gear.

Well, it (G)has n’t been your day, your week, your month, or e ven your year.

(E)But I’ll be (D)there for you

when the rain starts to pour.

I’ll be (D)there for you

like I’ve been there be fore.

I’ll be (D)there for you

’cos you’re there for (D)me, (G)too.

You’re still in bed at ten was and gon na be gan at eight.

Your job’s your a break fast you’re broke, so far, your things are go ing great.

Your mo ther warned you there’d be (A)days like these.

But she (G)did n’t tell you when the world has month, you down to your knees, (E)that I’ll be (D)there for you

when the rain starts to pour.

I’ll be (D)there for you

like I’ve been there be fore.

I’ll be (D)there for you

’cos you’re there for (D)me, (G)too.

No one could ev er know me, no one could ev er see me.

Seems you’re the on ly one who knows what it’s like to be me.

Some one to face the day with, make it through all the rest with, some one I’ll al ways laugh with.

E ven at my worst, I’m best with (F#m)you.

Yeah!

(F#m)you.

Yeah!

year.

I’ll be (D)there for you

when the rain starts to pour.

I’ll be (D)there for you

like I’ve been there be fore.

I’ll be (D)there for you

’cos you’re there for (D)me, (G)too.

I’ll be (D)there for you,

I’ll be (D)there for you,

I’ll be (D)there for you

’cos you’re there for me, (G)too.

I'll Be There For You by The Rembrandts — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I'll Be There For You by The Rembrandts 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 190 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'll Be There For You" 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 There For You"?
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 There For You" use?
Just 9 chords: A, A7, Bm, C#m, D, E, Esus4, F#m, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.