Is "Nothing Ever Hurt Like You" 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 "Nothing Ever Hurt Like You"?

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 "Nothing Ever Hurt Like You" use?

Just 9 chords: Ab, Adim, Bb, Cm, Dm, Eb, F, F7, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other James Morrison songs work for kids?

Try "WONDERFUL WORLD", "YOU MAKE IT REAL", "YOU GIVE ME SOMETHING". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Nothing Ever Hurt Like You

· by James Morrison

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Lyrics

(Dm)Lov ing you was (Cm)eas y,

play (Dm)in’ by made the rules.

(Dm)But you said love tastes (Cm)so

(Dm)much bet (Dm)ey ter out the when it’s the cruel.

No, you don’t.

To you ev ’ry thing was (Bb)just a game (F7)game.

and oh, yeah, yeah, you (Bb)played me good.

But I want you, I want you, I want you so (Dm)much more than I should.

Yes, I (Cm)do.

I’ve got my hands up, so (Eb)take your aim.

Yeah, I’m read y.

There There’s noth ing that we can’t (Cm)go through.

Oh, it hit me like a (Eb)steel freight train when you left me.

But And (G7)noth ing ev er hurt like you.

(Cm)Noth ing ev (Dm)er hurt like you.

I (Dm)was na ive and wide (Cm)eyed.

play (Dm)But you made me see

(Dm)that you don’t get to (Cm)taste

(Dm)the hon (Dm)ey with out the sting of the bee.

No, you don’t.

Oh, you yes, ev you thing (Bb)stung me good.

(F7)game.

and Oh, yeah, you you (Bb)dug in deep.

But I’ll take it, I’ll take it, I’ll take it till (Dm)I’m down on my knees, on my (Cm)knees.

I’ve got my hands up, so (Eb)take your aim.

Yeah, I’m read y.

There ain’t noth ing that we I (Cm)won’t do.

Walk a thou sand miles on (Eb)bro ken glass.

It won’t stop me

But from (G7)noth ing ev er hurt like you.

(Cm)Noth ing ev (Dm)er hurt like you.

I (Dm)was na ive and wide (Bb)mak ing my way back to you.

It’s not real un til you feel the pain.

And (G7)noth ing ev er hurt like you.

(Adim)Noth ing ev er (Ab)hurt like you.

Oh, noth ing (Ab)hurt like you.

You got ta be lieve me.

(Bb)do it all a gain for you.

I’d walk a thou sand miles on (Eb)bro ken glass.

It won’t stop me

from mak ing my way back (Cm)to you.

It’s not real un til you feel the pain.

And (G7)noth ing ev er hurt like you.

world.

(Cm)Noth ing ev (Dm)er hurt like you.

Noth (Dm)ing in the whole wide world.

(Cm)Noth ing ev (Dm)er hurt like you.

Noth (Dm)ing in the whole wide (Cm)Noth ing ev (Dm)er hurt like you.

Nothing Ever Hurt Like You by James Morrison — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Nothing Ever Hurt Like You” by James Morrison 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 F at 120 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 "Nothing Ever Hurt Like You" 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 "Nothing Ever Hurt Like You"?: 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 "Nothing Ever Hurt Like You" use?: Just 9 chords: Ab, Adim, Bb, Cm, Dm, Eb, F, F7, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other James Morrison songs work for kids?: Try "WONDERFUL WORLD", "YOU MAKE IT REAL", "YOU GIVE ME SOMETHING". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.