Let's Live For Today

by The Grass Roots

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(C#m)When I think of all the wor ries the peo ple seem to (C#m)find and how they’re in a (E)hur ry to com pli cate their (C#m)mind by chas ing af ter (E)mon ey and dreams that can’t come (C#m)true, I’m glad that we are (E)dif f’rent.

We’ve bet ter things to (C#m)do.

May oth ers plan their (E)fu ture, I’m bus y lov ing (C#m)you.

(One, two, three, four.) Sha la la la la la (G#m)live for to day.

(C#m)Sha la la la la la (G#m)live for to day and don’t (A)wor ry ’bout to (B)mor row, hey.

(C#m)Sha la la la la la (G#m)live for to day.

(C#m)can.

(Two, three, four.) Sha la la la la la (G#m)live for to day.

(C#m)Sha la la la la la (G#m)live for to day and don’t (A)wor ry ’bout to (B)mor row, hey.

(C#m)Sha la la la la la (G#m)live for to day.

(C#m)Ba by,

I need to feel you in side me.

I’ve got to feel you deep in (C#m)side me.

Ba by, please come close to me.

I’ve got to have you now, please,

please,

(E)please.

Gim me some (C#m)lov in’.

Gim me some (E)lov in’.

Gim me some (C#m)La in’.

la Gim me some la (E)la, in’.

la Gim me some la (C#m)la, in’.

la Gim me some la (E)la, in’.

la la la la la (C#m)la, in’.

la la la la la (E)la, in’.

la la la la la (C#m)la, la la la la la (C5)la.

(C#m)Sha la la la la la (G#m)live for to day.

(C#m)Sha la la la la la (G#m)live for to day and don’t (A)wor ry ’bout to (B)mor row, hey.

Let's Live For Today by The Grass Roots — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Let's Live For Today by The Grass Roots 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 E at 100 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 "Let's Live For Today" 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 "Let's Live For Today"?
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 "Let's Live For Today" use?
Just 10 chords: A, A#pow, Apow, B, Bpow, C#m, Cpow, E, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other The Grass Roots songs work for kids?
Try "MIDNIGHT CONFESSIONS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.