Is "It Is 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 "It Is 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 "It Is You" use?

Just 6 chords: C, Cmaj7, Cmaj9, D, Em, G. Take it one section at a time.

What other Newsboys songs work for kids?

Try "WE BELIEVE", "DEVOTION", "SHINE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

It Is You

· by Newsboys

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Lyrics

As we (C)lift up our (D)hands,

will You meet us here?

As we (C)call on Your (D)name,

will You meet us here?

We have (C)come to this (D)place

to wor ship You, God of (C)mer cy and (D)grace.

It is You

we a dore.

It is You

prais es are for,

on ly You.

The heav ens de clare

it is You,

it is You.

And ho ly, ho ly is our God Al (G)might y,

and ho ly, ho ly is His name a (G)lone, yeah,

And ho ly, ho ly is our God Al (G)might y,

and ho ly, ho ly is His name a (G)lone.

It is You

we a dore.

It is You,

on ly You.

As we (C)lift up our (D)hands,

will You meet us here?

As we (C)call on Your (D)name,

will You meet us here?

We have (C)come to this (D)place

to wor ship You, God of (C)mer cy and (D)grace.

It is You

we a dore.

It is You

prais es are for,

on ly You.

The heav ens de clare

it is You,

it is You.

And ho ly, ho ly is our God Al (G)might y,

and ho ly, ho ly is His name a (G)lone, yeah,

And ho ly, ho ly is our God Al (G)might y,

and ho ly, ho ly is His name a (G)lone.

It is You

we a dore.

It is You,

on ly You.

name a (G)lone.

As we lift up our hands, as we call on Your (G)name, will You vis it this place by Your mer cy and (G)grace?

It is You

we a dore.

It is You.

And ho ly, ho ly is our God Al (G)might y,

and ho ly, ho ly is His name (Ho ly, ho ly is our God.) And ho ly, ho ly is our God (Ho ly, ly is His name.) and ho ly, ho ly is His name (Ho ly, ho ly is our God.) And ho ly, ho ly is our God (Ho ly, ho ly is His name.) and ho ly, ho ly is His name a (G)lone.

It is You

we a dore.

It is You,

on ly You.

It Is You by Newsboys — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “It Is You” by Newsboys 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 G 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 "It Is 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 "It Is 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 "It Is You" use?: Just 6 chords: C, Cmaj7, Cmaj9, D, Em, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Newsboys songs work for kids?: Try "WE BELIEVE", "DEVOTION", "SHINE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.