In A Little While

by Amy Grant

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Got a (C#dim7)tick et com ing (Dm)home, wish the (D#dim7)of fi cer had (Em)known what a (Fdim7)day to day has (Am)been.

Then I (C#dim7)stum bled thro’ the (Dm)door, drop ping (D#dim7)junk mail on the (Fdim7)floor.

When When will this day (Am)end?

But then your (G6)let ter caught my eye, brought the (F)hope in me to life, ’cause you (G6)know me ver y well, and I (F)bet you wrote me just to tell me: (C)In a lit tle while we’ll be (Am)with the Fa ther.

(Dm7)Can’t you see Him (F)smile?

(C)In a lit tle while we’ll be (Am)home for ev er, (Bb)in a while.

(F)We’re just here to (C)learn to love Him, (Dm)we’ll be home in (F)just a lit tle (Abmaj7)while.

Boy, that (C#dim7)let ter hit the (Dm)spot, made me (D#dim7)think of all I’ve (Em)got and a (Fdim7)all that waits for (Am)me.

Guess I’ve (C#dim7)known it all day (Dm)long.

Won der (D#dim7)where my thoughts went (Fdim7)wrong?

When will my heart be (Am)lieve?

But Wak ing (G6)half way thro’ the night, reach ing (F)t’ward the lamp, the light, pick ing (G6)up the Word I find here’s an (F)oth er let ter to re mind me: (C)In a lit tle while we’ll be (Am)with the Fa ther.

(Dm7)Can’t you see Him (F)smile?

(C)In a lit tle while we’ll be (Am)home for ev er, (Bb)in a while.

(F)We’re just here to (C)learn to love Him, (Dm)we’ll be home in (F)just a lit tle (Abmaj7)while.

Days like (Dbmaj7)these are just a (Bb)test of our (C)will.

Will we (Dbmaj7)walk or will we (Gm)fall?

Well, I can (Dbmaj7)al most see the (Bb)top of the (C)hill,

and I be (Fm)lieve it’s worth it (Gsus)all.

(Abmaj7)while.

In A Little While by Amy Grant — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “In A Little While” by Amy Grant 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 100 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 "In A Little While" 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 "In A Little While"?
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 Amy Grant songs work for kids?
Try "THAT'S WHAT LOVE IS FOR", "GROWN-UP CHRISTMAS LIST", "I NEED A SILENT NIGHT". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.