In Your Eyes

by Peter Gabriel

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Lyrics

(Bm)Love,

I (D)get so (D)lost to see some much times.

(Bm)Days

pass

(D)wast ed,

and this (Bm)emp ti ness (D)fills my heart.

When I want (D)to run a way,

I (Bm)drive off (D)in my (G)car.

al.

But, which ev (D)er way I go, (D)I come (D)back to the wake and you are.

All my (Bm)in stincts,

they re turn.

The grand fa (Bm)çade

so soon will burn.

With out a noise,

with out my pride,

I reach out from the (G)in side.

In your (E)eyes, the light, the (F#m)heat,

I am com plete.

I see the door way to a thou sand church es,

the res o lu tion

of all the fruit less (A)search (E)es.

Oh, I see the light and the (E)heat.

Oh, I wan na be that com (E)plete.

I (F#m)wan na touch the light, the heat I see in (A)your (E)eyes.

(E)eyes.

(D6/9)(Your eyes,

(E)your eyes.)

(F#m)In your (D6/9)eyes.

In your (E)eyes, the light, the (F#m)heat,

I am com plete.

I see the door way to a thou sand church es,

the res o lu tion

of all the fruit less (A)search (E)es.

Oh, I see the light and the (E)heat.

Oh, I wan na be that com (E)plete.

I (F#m)wan na touch the light, the heat I see in (A)your (E)eyes,

in (A)your eyes,

in (A)your (E)eyes,

in (A)your eyes.

In (A)your (E)eyes,

in (A)your eyes,

in (A)your (E)eyes,

in (A)your eyes.

In (A)your eyes,

in (A)your (E)eyes.

In Your Eyes by Peter Gabriel — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “In Your Eyes” by Peter Gabriel 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 D at 88 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 Your Eyes" 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 Your Eyes"?
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 Your Eyes" use?
Just 8 chords: A, Bm, D, D6, Dpow, E, F#m, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Peter Gabriel songs work for kids?
Try "SLEDGEHAMMER", "COME TALK TO ME", "Down To Earth". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.