My Immortal

by Evanescence

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I’m so tired of be vate ing here, (C#m)by

your res o nat ing light,

sup pressed by all my child you ish fears.

hind.

And if you have to leave,

I wish that you would just leave.

’Cause your pres ence still ling ers here,

and it won’t leave me a lone.

(F#m)me.

(C#m)These wounds won’t seem to heal,

(C#m)this pain is just too (F#m)real.

(C#m)There’s just too much that (E)time can not e rase.

When you (D)cried, I’d

(E)wipe a way (C#m7)all of your tears.

When you’d (D)scream, I’d

(E)fight a way (C#m7)all of your fears.

And I’ve (D)held your

(E)hand through (C#m7)all of these years, but you (D)still

(E)have

all

of (A)me.

You used to cap ti vate me here, (C#m)by

your res o nat ing light,

now I’m bound by the life you left be hind.

And Your you face, it haunts

my wish once pleas would ant dreams.

’Cause Your voice, ence it chased a way

all it the san i ty in (F#m)me.

(C#m)These wounds won’t seem to heal,

(C#m)this pain is just too (F#m)real.

(C#m)There’s just too much that (E)time can not e rase.

When you (D)cried, I’d

(E)wipe a way (C#m7)all of your tears.

When you’d (D)scream, I’d

(E)fight a way (C#m7)all of your fears.

And I’ve (D)held your

(E)hand through (C#m7)all of these years, but you (D)still

(E)have

all

of (A)me.

(D)me.

I’ve tried

so (F#m)hard to tell

my (C#m)self

that

you’re (D)gone.

But (Bm7)though

you’re still with

me,

(D)I’ve

been

a (E)lone

all

a long.

(A)me.

(C#m)All

of (A)me.

(C#m)All

(A)me.

(C#m)All...

My Immortal by Evanescence — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “My Immortal by Evanescence 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 A at 70 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 "My Immortal" 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 "My Immortal"?
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 "My Immortal" use?
Just 7 chords: A, Bm7, C#m, C#m7, D, E, F#m. Take it one section at a time.
What other Evanescence songs work for kids?
Try "BRING ME TO LIFE", "Bring Me To Life", "Bring Me To Life". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.