Is "Like I Can" 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 "Like I Can"?

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 "Like I Can" use?

Just 14 chords: Bb, Bbpow, Cm, Cpow, D, D7, Dm, Dpow, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Sam Smith songs work for kids?

Try "NO PEACE", "FIRE ON FIRE", "WRITING'S ON THE WALL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

Like I Can

· by Sam Smith

Loading song

Fetching song

—

Play in Full Modes More Songs for Kids

Lyrics

He could be a (G5)sin ner,

or a gen tle (F5)man.

He could be your (G5)preach er

when your soul is (F5)damned.

He could be your (G5)law yer

on a wit ness (D5)stand, but he’ll nev er love you (G5)like I (Eb5)can, can.

He could be a (Gm)stran ger you gave a se cond (F)glance.

He could be a (Gm)tro phy

of a (F)one night (Bb)stand.

He could have your (Gm)hu mour

but I (F)don’t un der (D)stand but then ’cause he’ll nev er love you (Gm)like I (Eb)can, can, (Bb)can.

Why are you look ing down (Dm)all the wrong (Gm)roads?

When mine is the heart and the (Bb)salt of the (F)soul.

There may be lo vers who (Dm)hold out their (Gm)hands,

but they’ll nev er love you (Gm)like I (Eb)can, can, (Bb)can.

They’ll nev er love you (Gm)like I (Eb)can, can.

A chance en (Gm)coun ter you of a cir cum (F)stance.

May be, he’s a (Gm)man tra

keeps your (F)mind en (Bb)tranced.

He could be the (Gm)si lence

in this (F)may un hem, (D)stand but then gain, he’ll nev er love you (Gm)like I (Eb)can, can, (Bb)can.

Why are you look ing down (Dm)all the wrong (Gm)roads?

When mine is the heart and the (Bb)salt of the (F)soul.

There may be lo vers who (Dm)hold out their (Gm)hands, but they’ll nev er love you (Gm)like I (Eb)can, can, (Bb)can.

They’ll nev er love you (Gm)like I (Eb)can, can.

A chance en They’ll nev er love you (Gm)like I (Eb)can, can, (Bb)can.

They’ll nev er love you (Gm)like I (Eb)can, can.

We (Gm)both have de mons, that (Eb)we can’t (Bb)stand.

I (Gm)love your de mons like (Eb)dev ils (Bb)can.

If (Eb)you’re self seek ing an (F)hon est (Gm)man, then (Cm)stop de ceiv ing, Lord (D)please.

Why are you look ing down (Dm)all the wrong (Gm)roads?

When mine is the heart and the (Bb)salt of the (F)soul.

There may be lo vers who (Dm)hold out their (Gm)hands, but they’ll nev er love you (Gm)like I (Eb)can, can, (Bb)can.

They’ll nev er love you (Gm)like I (Eb)can, can, (Bb)can.

He’ll nev er love you (Gm)like I (Eb)can, can, (Bb)can.

Like I Can by Sam Smith — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Like I Can” by 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 C 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 "Like I Can" 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 "Like I Can"?: 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 "Like I Can" use?: Just 14 chords: Bb, Bbpow, Cm, Cpow, D, D7, Dm, Dpow, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Sam Smith songs work for kids?: Try "NO PEACE", "FIRE ON FIRE", "WRITING'S ON THE WALL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.