Love Is Here To Stay

by George Gershwin

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The (F)more I read the pa pers the (D7)less I (Dm)com pre (D)hend

the (Gm)world and all (F#dim7)its (C)ca pers and (F6)how it all (Abdim)will (C)end.

(Bb)Noth ing seems to be (Am7)last ing, but (G7)that is n’t our af (C)fair;

(Bb)we’ve got some thing (Em)per ma nent, (A)I (D)mean in the way

(G7)we (C9)care.

It’s ver y (G9)clear

(C)our love is here to (F)stay;

not (C)for a (G)year

(C)but ev er and a (D7)day.

The ra di (C)o

(D7)and the (C7)tel e phone and the (Bb)mov ies that we (A7)know may just be (Dm)pass ing fan cies and in time may (Gm7)go.

But, oh my (G9)dear,

(C)our love is here to (F)stay;

to (C)geth er (G)we’re

(C)go ing a long, long (D7)way.

In time the (D7)Rock ies may crum ble, Gi (C)bral tar may tum ble,

they’re on ly (D7)made of (Bb)clay,

(Bdim7)but

our love is (Gm7)here

(C)to

(F6)stay.

It’s ver y (G9)clear

(C)our love is here to (F)stay;

not (C)for a (G)year

(C)but ev er and a (D7)day.

The ra di (C)o (D7)and the (C7)tel e phone and the (Bb)mov ies that we (A7)know may just be (Dm)pass ing fan cies and in time may (Gm7)go.

But, oh my (G9)dear,

(C)our love is here to (F)stay;

to (C)geth er (G)we’re

(C)go ing a long, long (D7)way.

In time the (D7)Rock ies may crum ble, Gi (C)bral tar may tum ble,

they’re on ly (D7)made of (Bb)clay, (Bdim7)but

our love is (Gm7)here (C)to

(F6)stay.

It’s ver y (C7)stay.

Love Is Here To Stay by George Gershwin — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Love Is Here To Stay by George Gershwin 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 100 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

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 "Love Is Here To Stay" 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 "Love Is Here To Stay"?
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.
What other George Gershwin songs work for kids?
Try "LITTLE JAZZ BIRD", "SWANEE", "WHO CARES?". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.