Mi Mancherai

by Josh Groban

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Lyrics

Mi man che (D)rai

se te ne (A)vai.

Mi man che (G)

la tua se re ni (D)tà.

Le tue pa (Gmaj7)ro

le co me can zon i (D)ven to.

E l’a mo re (E13)che

o ra por ti (A7)vi a.

Mi man che (D)rai

se te ne (A)vai.

O ra per (Cmaj7)sem pre non so co me vi (G)vrei.

E l’al le (D)gri a,

a mi ca (A7sus)mi a

va via con (Bb)te.

Mi man che (F)rai,

mi man che (Gm)rai

per ché vai (Dm)via?

Per ché l’a (Cm7)mo re te s’è spen (Eb)to?

Per ché, per (Bb6)ché?

Non cam bie (Em7) nien te lo so.

E (A7sus)den tro sen to te.

Mi man che (F)rai,

mi man che (Gm)rai.

Per ché vai (Dm7)via?

Per ché

l’a (Cm7)mo re te s’è spen to?

Per ché,

per (Bbmaj7)ché?

Non cam bie (Em7) nien te lo so.

E (A7sus)den tro sen to che.

Mi man che (Eb)

l’im men si (Bb)tà.

Dei no stri (Ab)gior

ni not ti sie me (Eb)noi.

I tuoi sor (Bb)ri si

quan do si fa (Eb)bu io.

La tua ge nui (F13)

da bam bi na (Bb7)tu.

Mi man che (Eb)rai

a mo re (Bb)mi o.

Mi guar do (Eb)tro

vo vuo to den tro (Ab)me.

E l’al le (Eb)gri a,

a mi ca (Bb7sus)mi a

va via con (Cb)te.

Mi Mancherai by Josh Groban — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Mi Mancherai 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 D at 66 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 "Mi Mancherai" 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 "Mi Mancherai"?
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.