Mai

by Josh Groban

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Lyrics

Non guar dar mi; non cer ca re di spie ga re.

Lo sa pe vo che fi ni va pri ma poi.

È so lo e ri, che di ce vi “quan to ti mo;”

ma ra sol tan to u no sta to di go ni a.

No c’è co sa più lu so ria dell’ a mo re.

Non cre di mai che pos sa ca pi ta re te,

di ri tro var ti so pra fi lo di spre ran

za,

per poi crol la re den tro ques ta scu ri tà.

Mai

(G5)cre

de rò.

Mai

(G5)ci

ca drò

in ques te (Bb)fal

se mo (F)zio

ni,

do ve non (F)c’è

pie tà.

pie (D5)tà.

Mai

(G)cer (Am11)che di ve ri (CN.C.)tà.

So lo des so, sem bri co preoc cu pa

ta.

Non Si di re be che ra sof fri più di me.

Ma non è ve ro; non mi mai nem me no ma

to.

per Al tri men ti, non an dres ti via co sì.

Mai

(G5)cre de rò.

Mai

(G5)ci ca drò in ques te (Bb)fal se mo (F)zio ni,

do ve non (F)c’è pie tà...

pie (D5)tà.

Mai

(G)cer (Am11)che la ve ri (CN.C.)tà.

So lo des (Bb) den tro (F)so gno.

Ma qua le (Dm)so gno!

Mai.

Mai.

Mai by Josh Groban — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Mai by Josh Groban 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 "Mai" 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 "Mai"?
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 Josh Groban songs work for kids?
Try "YOU RAISE ME UP", "FEBRUARY SONG", "HIGHER WINDOW". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.