Now And Forever

by Richard Marx

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Lyrics

When (D)ev er I’m (Em)wea ry

from the (Am)bat tles that (Em)rage in my (D)head,

you (D)make sense of (Em)mad ness

when my (Am)san i ty (Em)hangs by a (D)thread.

I lose my way, but still you seem to un der stand.

Now and for ev er,

I will be your man.

Some (D)times I just (Em)hold you,

from the (Am)too caught up (Em)in me to (D)see

I’m (D)hold ing a (Em)for tune

when that (Am)heav en has (Em)giv en to (D)me.

I’ll try to show you each and ev ’ry way I can,

now and for ev er,

I will be your man.

(B7)Now I can rest my wor ries and (G)al ways be sure

that I won’t be a lone an y more.

If I’d (C)on ly known you were there all the time,

all this time.

Un til the day the o cean does n’t touch the sand,

now and for ev er,

I will be your man.

Now and for ev er,

I will be

your (C)man.

Now And Forever by Richard Marx — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Now And Forever” by Richard Marx 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 G at 80 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 "Now And Forever" 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 "Now And Forever"?
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 "Now And Forever" use?
Just 10 chords: Am, Am7, B7, C, C#m7, Cm, Cm6, D, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Richard Marx songs work for kids?
Try "HOLD ON TO THE NIGHTS", "ENDLESS SUMMER NIGHTS", "HAZARD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.