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In This Life

· by Chantal Kreviazuk

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Lyrics

Let me (C)show you

what I’m (Dm7)made of.

Good (C)in ten tions

are (Dm7)not e nough

to get (G)me through to day and

this (C)life.

(Dm7)You’re in the (C)base ment

watch ing the (Dm7)T V, are.

I’m on the (C)sec ond floor watch ing the (Dm7)ceil ing.

star.

We sleep can un der neath the same big sky on to at (C)night

and dream the (G7)same ’ry dream, you we can fly.

Oh, you can (C)run

from me,

and you can (C)hide

from me,

but I am (C)right

be (Dm7)side you

in this (C)life.

Let me (C)tell you

watch who you (Dm7)real ly are.

I’m You’re my (C)com fort, floor you’re not a (Dm7)su per star.

Well, I can reach der up and bring back down on to the (C)ground

and give you (G7)ev ’ry thing you dream a bout.

Oh, you can (C)run

from me,

and you can (C)hide

from me,

but I am (C)right

be (Dm7)side you

in this (C)life.

Let me (C)right

be (F)side you

in this (C)life.

I’ll (Dm9)give you all the things that I nev er get, (Cmaj7)give you all I have and have no re grets, (Dm9)take you to the plac es that I’ve nev er been.

For (Dm9)give you of the things that you can’t for get, (Em7)take a way the pain with my heal ing hand, (Dm9)wash a way your sins and set your spir it free.

You can (C)run

from me,

and you can (C)hide

(F)from me,

but I am (C)right

be (Dm7)side you

in this (C)life.

You can (C)run

(F)from me,

and you can (C)hide

(F)from me.

I am (C)right

(Dm7)be side you

in this (C)life.

Let me (C)show you

what I’m (Dm9)made of.

In This Life by Chantal Kreviazuk — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “In This Life” by Chantal Kreviazuk 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 90 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 This Life" 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 This Life"?: 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 This Life" use?: Just 10 chords: C, Cmaj7, Dm, Dm7, Dm9, Em, Em7, F, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Chantal Kreviazuk songs work for kids?: Try "ALL I CAN DO", "TIME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.