On The Other Hand

by Randy Travis

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On one hand,

I count the rea sons

I could (Bb)stay with you,

When and (F)hold you close to me all night (C7)long my self.

So (F)man y

lov ers’ (F7)games

I’d (Bb)love to play with you,

on got that (G7)hand it there’s no rea son

why it’s (C7)wrong.

(CN.C.)But on the (Bb)oth er hand,

there’s a (F)gold en band

to re (C7)mind me of some one who would not (F)un der stand.

On (Bb)one hand I could stay

and be your (F)lov ing man,

but the (C7)rea son I must go is on the (F)oth er hand.

In your arms hand,

I feel the pas sion

I I (Bb)thought had died.

When I (F)looked in to your eyes

all I (C7)found my self.

When (F)I first

kissed your (F7)lips

I (Bb)felt to so a live.

I’ve got to (G7)hand it to you girl you’re

some thing (C7)else.

(CN.C.)But on the (Bb)oth er hand,

there’s a (F)gold en band

to re (C7)mind me of some one who would not (F)un der stand.

On (Bb)one hand I could stay

and be your (F)lov ing man,

but the (C7)rea son I must go is on the (F)oth er hand.

In your

Yeah, the (C7)rea son I must go is on the (F)oth er hand.

On The Other Hand by Randy Travis — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “On The Other Hand” by Randy Travis 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 Bb at 100 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 "On The Other Hand" 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 "On The Other Hand"?
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 "On The Other Hand" use?
Just 6 chords: Bb, C, C7, F, F7, G7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Randy Travis songs work for kids?
Try "FOREVER AND EVER, AMEN", "Forever And Ever, Amen", "He Walked On Water". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.