It Is You (I Have Loved)

by Dana Glover

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Lyrics

There is (Em)some thing that I (Bm7)see a in the (C)way you look at (G)me.

There’s a (Am7)smile that’s a (C)truth in your (G)eyes.

(D)What an (Em)un ex pect ed (Bm7)way on this (C)un ex pect ed (G)day.

Could it (Am7)be this is (G)where I be (C)long?

And It is (G)you I have (C)loved all a long.

There’s no more (C)mys ter (G)y, it is (C)fi n’lly clear to (Em)me.

You’re the (C)home my heart (G)searched for so (A)long.

And it is (C)you I have loved all a long.

(G)There were (Em)times I ran to (Bm7)hide, a fraid to (C)show the oth er (G)side, There’s a (Am7)lone in the (C)night with out (G)you.

(D)But I (Em)know just who you (Bm7)are, and I (C)know you hold my (G)heart.

Fi nal (Am7)ly this is (G)where I be (C)long.

And it is (G)you I have (C)loved all a long.

There’s No more (C)mys ter (G)y, it is (C)fi n’lly clear to (Em)me.

You’re the (C)home my heart (G)searched for so (A)long.

And it is (C)you I have loved all a long.

(G)There were

Oh, (D)o ver and (D)o ver I’m (G)filled with e (C)mo tion.

(D)Your love, it (B7)rush es

(Em)through

my (C)veins.

(D)And I am (B7)filled

with the (Em)sweet est de (C)vo tion, as (Am7)I

(G)look in to (C)your per fect (D)face.

There’s no more (G)loved, it is (C)you I have (Em7)loved, it is (Am7)you I have (Cmaj7)loved all a (G)long.

It Is You (I Have Loved) by Dana Glover — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “It Is You (I Have Loved)” by Dana Glover 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 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 "It Is You (I Have Loved)" 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 (I Have Loved)"?
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 Dana Glover songs work for kids?
Try "IT IS YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.