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Not Fade Away

· by Buddy Holly

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Lyrics

Well, (Bb)I’m gon na tell you how it’s gon na (Eb)be.

(Bb)You’re gon na give you your you lov in’ (Ab)to me.

A love to last me more (Eb)than to one day.

A (Bb)love that’s love know and not fade (Ab)a way.

A love that’s love and not fade (Ab)a way.

(Bb)My love is big ger than a Cad il (Eb)lac.

(Bb)I try to love you but you drive in’ (Ab)me back.

A Your love for me has (Eb)got to be real

A (Bb)for you to know and just how (Ab)I feel.

A love is real and not fade (Ab)a way.

I said, love is real and not fade (Ab)a way.

(Ab)Not (Bb)fade a way,

(Ab)not (Bb)fade a way.

A love is real and not fade (Ab)a way.

I said, love is real and not fade (Ab)a way.

(Ab)Not (Bb)fade a way,

(Ab)not (Bb)fade a way.

A love is real and not fade (Ab)a way.

I said, love is real and not fade (Ab)a way.

(Ab)Not (Bb)fade a way,

Not Fade Away by Buddy Holly — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Not Fade Away” by Buddy Holly 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 Eb at 144 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 "Not Fade Away" 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 "Not Fade Away"?: 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 "Not Fade Away" use?: Just 5 chords: Ab, Bb, Bb7, Db, Eb. Take it one section at a time.
What other Buddy Holly songs work for kids?: Try "PEGGY SUE", "THAT'LL BE THE DAY", "EVERYDAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.