Is "Little Talks" 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 "Little Talks"?

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 "Little Talks" use?

Just 4 chords: Am, C, Fmaj7, G. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.

What other Of Monsters And Men songs work for kids?

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

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Little Talks

· by Of Monsters And Men

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Lyrics

There’s an (Am)I don’t like (Fmaj7)walk ing a round this old and emp ty house.

So (Am)hold my hand, I’ll (Fmaj7)walk with you, lit my dear.

The (Am)stairs it creak be (Fmaj7)as you sleep; it’s keep ing me a wake.

past.

It’s the (Am)house to tell ing you to close we your eyes.

and full of life, and full of And love.

(Am)some days (Fmaj7)I can’t e ven I dress wrong my self.

It’s (Am)kill ing me to (Fmaj7)see you this my way.

dear.

Because though the (Am)truth may (Fmaj7)var y, this ship will (G)car ry our (Am)bod ies (Fmaj7)safe to shore.

There’s an (Am)old don’t voice (Fmaj7)in ing my head that’s old hold ing me back.

Well, (Am)tell her that I (Fmaj7)miss our you, lit tle talks.

The (Am)Soon it will be (Fmaj7)o you ver and bur ied with our wake.

past.

It’s We (Am)used to play out side when close we were young, and full of life, and full of And love.

(Am)Some days (Fmaj7)I don’t know if I am wrong or right.

Your (Am)mind is play ing (Fmaj7)tricks on you, my way.

dear.

Because though the (Am)truth may (Fmaj7)var y, this ship will (G)car ry our (Am)bod ies (Fmaj7)safe to shore.

Don’t (Am)lis ten to a (Fmaj7)word I say.

The (Am)screams all (Fmaj7)sound the same.

Though the (Am)truth may (Fmaj7)var y, this ship will (G)car ry our (Am)bod ies (Fmaj7)safe to shore.

You’re (Am)gone, gone, gone a way; I watched you dis ap pear.

Just All that’s left we’ll is a ghost of you.

Now we’re (Am)torn, torn, torn a part; there’s noth ing we can do.

Just let me go; we’ll meet a gain soon.

you.

Now we’re

No, wait!

Wait!

(Fmaj7)Wait for me!

Please hang a round.

I’ll (Am)see you when I (Fmaj7)fall a sleep.

Don’t (Am)lis ten to a (Fmaj7)word I say.

The (Am)screams all (Fmaj7)sound the same.

Though the (Am)truth may (Fmaj7)var y, this ship will (G)car ry our (Am)bod ies (Fmaj7)safe to shore.

Don’t (Am)lis ten to a (Fmaj7)word I say.

The (Am)screams all (Fmaj7)sound the same.

Though the (Am)truth may (Fmaj7)var y, this ship will (G)car ry our (Am)bod ies (Fmaj7)safe to shore.

Don’t

Though the (Am)truth may var y, this ship will (G)car ry our (Am)bod ies (Fmaj7)safe to shore.

Though the (Am)truth may (Fmaj7)var y, this ship will (G)car ry our (Am)bod ies (Fmaj7)safe to shore.

Little Talks by Of Monsters And Men — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Little Talks” 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 C at 208 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 "Little Talks" 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 "Little Talks"?: 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 "Little Talks" use?: Just 4 chords: Am, C, Fmaj7, G. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Of Monsters And Men songs work for kids?: Try "MOUNTAIN SOUND", "KING AND LIONHEART", "DIRTY PAWS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.