Is "In The Midnight Hour" 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 The Midnight Hour"?

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 "In The Midnight Hour" use?

Just 6 chords: Ab, Bb, Bb7, Db, Eb, Gb. Take it one section at a time.

What other Wilson Pickett songs work for kids?

Try "LAND OF A THOUSAND DANCES", "EVERYBODY NEEDS SOMEBODY TO LOVE", "In The Midnight Hour". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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In The Midnight Hour

· by Wilson Pickett

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Lyrics

I’m gon na (Eb)wait ’til the (Ab)mid night (Eb)hour,

that’s when my (Eb)love comes (Ab)tum bl ing (Eb)down.

I’m gon na (Eb)wait ’til the (Ab)mid night (Eb)hour,

when there’s (Eb)no one (Ab)else a round.

I’m gon na (Bb)take you, girl, and (Ab)hold you,

and (Bb)do all the things I (Ab)told you in the mid night (Eb)hour.

(Ab)Yes, I (Eb)am, oh (Ab)yes, I (Eb)am.

I’m gon na (Eb)wait ’til (Ab)stars come out

and see that (Eb)twin kle (Ab)in your (Eb)eyes.

I’m gon na (Eb)wait ’til the (Ab)mid night (Eb)hour,

that’s when my (Eb)love be (Ab)gins to shine.

You’ll be the (Bb)on ly girl I’ll love,

and (Bb7)real ly love you (Ab)so in the mid night (Eb)hour,

(Ab)oh (Eb)yeah, in the (Ab)mid night (Eb)hour.

I’m gon na (Eb)wait ’til the (Ab)mid night (Eb)hour,

that’s when my (Eb)love comes (Ab)tum bl ing (Eb)down.

I’m gon na (Eb)wait ’til the (Ab)mid night (Eb)hour,

when there’s (Eb)no one (Ab)else a round.

I’m gon na (Bb)take you, girl, and (Ab)hold you,

and (Bb)do all the things I (Ab)told you in the mid night (Eb)hour.

(Ab)Yes, I (Eb)am, oh (Ab)yes, I (Eb)am.

I’m gon na (Eb)wait ’til (Ab)stars come out

and see that (Eb)twin kle (Ab)in your (Eb)eyes.

I’m gon na (Eb)wait ’til the (Ab)mid night (Eb)hour,

that’s when my (Eb)love be (Ab)gins to shine.

You’ll be the (Bb)on ly girl I’ll love,

and (Bb7)real ly love you (Ab)so in the mid night (Eb)hour,

(Ab)oh (Eb)yeah, in the (Ab)mid night (Eb)hour.

I’m gon na (Eb)hour.

I’m gon na (Eb)wait ’til the (Ab)mid night (Eb)hour.

In The Midnight Hour by Wilson Pickett — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “In The Midnight Hour” by Wilson Pickett 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 Ab at 110 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 "In The Midnight Hour" 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 The Midnight Hour"?: 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 "In The Midnight Hour" use?: Just 6 chords: Ab, Bb, Bb7, Db, Eb, Gb. Take it one section at a time.
What other Wilson Pickett songs work for kids?: Try "LAND OF A THOUSAND DANCES", "EVERYBODY NEEDS SOMEBODY TO LOVE", "In The Midnight Hour". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.