Is "Lanterns" 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 "Lanterns"?

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 "Lanterns" use?

Just 12 chords: Am7, Am9, C, C6, Csus2, Dsus4, E7, Em, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Birds Of Tokyo songs work for kids?

Try "Lanterns". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

Lanterns

· by Birds Of Tokyo

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Lyrics

Late ly I’ve found when I (Csus2)start to think a (G)loud, there’s a long ing in the (Em7)sound; there is (Csus2)more I could (G)be.

In dark ness I’ll leave for a (Csus2)place I’ve nev er (G)seen.

It’s been call ing out to (Em7)me; that is (Csus2)where I should (G)be.

We nev er car ry (G)days on our (G)own,

but now it’s up to (G)us to know

the weight of be ing (Csus2)so much (G)more.

We will (Csus2)find our (G)selves on the road.

(G)On we march with the (C6/9)mid night (G)sun.

We will (C6/9)light our (Em7)way with our (C6/9)lan terns (G)on.

On we march ’til we (C6/9)meet the (G)dawn.

We will (C6/9)light our (Em7)way with our (C6/9)lan terns (G)on.

As we walk out with out (Csus2)ques tion, with out (G)doubt, in the light that we have (Em7)found, it is (Csus2)fi nal ly (G)clear.

In Our day is come, and we’ll (Csus2)stand for who we (G)are.

We are read y, we are (Em7)young, we have (Csus2)noth ing to (G)fear.

We nev er car ry (G)days on our (G)own,

but now it’s up to (G)us to know

the weight of be ing (Csus2)so much (G)more.

We will (Csus2)find our (G)selves on the road.

(G)On we march with the (C6/9)mid night (G)sun.

We will (C6/9)light our (Em7)way with our (C6/9)lan terns (G)on.

On we march ’til we (C6/9)meet the (G)dawn.

We will (C6/9)light our (Em7)way with our (C6/9)lan terns (G)on.

We have a (C)light

to our fac es,

and re al (C)ized

we were chas ing

shad ows be (C)hind.

Now we’re sav ing

sub vert ed (Am9)pride for ev er e lim i nat ing.

(G)On we march with the (C6/9)mid night (G)sun.

We will (C6/9)light our (Em7)way with our (C6/9)lan terns (G)on.

(G)On we march ’til we (C6/9)meet the (G)dawn.

We will (C6/9)light our (Em7)way with our (C6/9)lan terns (G)on.

And dark ness I’ll leave (G)for a (C6)place I’ve nev (G)er seen.

(G)It’s been call ing out to (Em7)me; that is (Gsus)where I should (G)be.

Lanterns by Birds Of Tokyo — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Lanterns” by Birds Of Tokyo 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 168 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 "Lanterns" 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 "Lanterns"?: 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 "Lanterns" use?: Just 12 chords: Am7, Am9, C, C6, Csus2, Dsus4, E7, Em, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Birds Of Tokyo songs work for kids?: Try "Lanterns". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.