Is "King And Lionheart" 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 "King And Lionheart"?

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 "King And Lionheart" use?

Just 6 chords: Ab, Abmaj7, Bb, Cm, Cm7, Eb. Take it one section at a time.

What other Of Monsters And Men songs work for kids?

Try "MOUNTAIN SOUND", "DIRTY PAWS", "CRYSTALS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

King And Lionheart

· by Of Monsters And Men

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Lyrics

Tak ing o ver this town, they should wor ry.

But these prob lems a side, I think I taught you well

that we won’t run, we won’t run, we won’t run.

And in the win ter night sky, ships are sail ing,

past the look ing down eyes on these bright blue cit y lights.

hind.

And they won’t wait, though they won’t wait, though they won’t wait.

We’re here to stay, we’re here to stay, we’re here to stay.

(Ab)Howl ing ghosts, they (Eb)re ap (Bb)pear in (Ab)moun tains that are (Eb)stacked with (Bb)fear.

But (Ab)you’re a king and (Eb)I’m a (Bb)li on (Cm)heart,

a li on (Eb)heart.

His crown lit up the way as we moved slow ly

past the won der ing eyes of the ones that were left be hind.

Though far a way, though far a way, though far a way,

we’re still the same, we’re still the same, we’re still the same.

(Ab)Howl ing ghosts, they (Eb)re ap (Bb)pear in (Ab)moun tains that are (Eb)stacked with (Bb)fear.

But (Ab)you’re a king and (Eb)I’m a (Bb)li on (Cm)heart,

a li on (Eb)heart.

His (Cm)heart.

And (Ab)in the sea that’s (Bb)paint ed black, in (Ab)crea tures lurk be (Eb)low the (Bb)deck.

But (Ab)you’re a king and (Eb)I’m a (Bb)li on (Cm)heart.

And (Ab)as the world comes (Eb)to an (Bb)end, (Ab)I’ll be here to (Eb)hold your hand, because (Ab)you’re my king and (Eb)I’m your (Bb)li on (Cm)heart,

a li on (Abmaj7)heart,

a (Bb)li on (Abmaj7)heart,

a (Bb)li on (Cm7)heart,

a li on (Abmaj7)heart,

a (Bb)li on (Abmaj7)heart,

a (Bb)li on (Cm)heart.

(Cm)heart,

a li on (Abmaj7)heart,

a (Bb)li on (Abmaj7)heart,

a (Bb)li on (Cm)heart,

a li on (Abmaj7)heart,

a (Bb)li on (Abmaj7)heart,

a (Bb)li on (Cm)heart,

a li on (Cm)heart.

King And Lionheart by Of Monsters And Men — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “King And Lionheart” by Of Monsters And Men 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 128 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 "King And Lionheart" 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 "King And Lionheart"?: 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 "King And Lionheart" use?: Just 6 chords: Ab, Abmaj7, Bb, Cm, Cm7, Eb. Take it one section at a time.
What other Of Monsters And Men songs work for kids?: Try "MOUNTAIN SOUND", "DIRTY PAWS", "CRYSTALS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.