Is "Latch" 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 "Latch"?

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 "Latch" use?

Just 9 chords: Bbm7, Bbmin, C, Db6, Dbmaj7, Dbmaj9, Eb9, Ebmin, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Disclosure featuring Sam Smith songs work for kids?

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

Super Simple Piano

Latch

· by Disclosure featuring Sam Smith

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Lyrics

(CN.C.)(Da, da.)

(Da, da.)

(Da, da.) (Bbm11)You

lift my (F)heart up when the (Eb9sus)rest of me is (Dbmaj7)down.

(Da, da.) (Bbm11)You,

you en (F)chant me e ven (Eb9sus)when you’re not a (Dbmaj7)round.

(Da, da.) (Bbm11)If

there are (Fm11)do it?

You got me (Eb9)try to knock er them (Dbmaj7)down.

(Da, da.) (Bbm11)I’m

latch ing (F)on, babe.

to Now I (Eb9sus)know what I ta have (Dbmaj9)found.

(Da, da.)

(Ebm13)I feel we’re close e (Bbm7)nough.

(F)I wan na lock in your (Db)love.

(Ebm13)I think we’re close e (Bbm7)nough.

(F)Could I lock in your (Db)love, ba by?

(CN.C.)Now I’ve got you in my space, I won’t let go of you.

(Da, da.) Got you shack led in my em brace, I’m latch ing on to you.

(Da, da.) (Bbm7)Now I’ve got you in (F)my space, I (Db)won’t let go of you.

(Da, da.) (Bbm7)Got you shack led in my (F)em brace, I’m latch (Db)ing on to you.

(CN.C.)(Da, da.) (Ebm13)I feel we’re close e (Bbm7)nough.

(F)I wan na lock in your (Db)love.

I think we’re close e (Bbm7)nough.

Could I lock in your (Db)love, ba by?

(CN.C.)Now I’ve got you in my space, I won’t let go of you.

(Da, da.) Got you shack led in my em brace, I’m latch ing on to you.

(Da, da.) (Bbm7)Now I’ve got you in (F)my space, I (Db)won’t let go of you.

(Da, da.) (Bbm7)Got you shack led in my (F)em brace, I’m latch (Db)ing on to you.

(Da, da.) I’m (Bbm7)latch ing on to you.

I (Db)won’t let go of you.

(Da, da.) I’m (Bbm11)latch ing on to you.

I (Db)won’t let go of you.

(Ebm13)Nev er let go, I won’t let go.

Nev er let go, I won’t let go.

(Da, da.)

Latch by Disclosure featuring Sam Smith — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Latch” by Disclosure featuring Sam Smith 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 Bb at 120 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 "Latch" 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 "Latch"?: 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 "Latch" use?: Just 9 chords: Bbm7, Bbmin, C, Db6, Dbmaj7, Dbmaj9, Eb9, Ebmin, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Disclosure featuring Sam Smith songs work for kids?: Try "Latch". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.