One Hundred Ways

by James Ingram

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Com pli ment

what she does.

Send her (Abmaj7)ros es in her mem just o be cause.

If it’s (Cm9)vi o lins she loves,

let them play.

(Bb7sus)say?

May be she Ded has i cate it her fa v’rite song,

and hold her (Abmaj7)clos er just wast all night (Abm6)long.

(Ebmaj7)Love her to (C7sus)day.

(Fm7)Find (Gm7)one (Abmaj9)hun (Bb7sus)dred ways.

(Ab)Don’t for get

there could be

an old (Abmaj7)lov er in her mem just o be ry.

If you (Cm9)need her so much more,

why don’t you (Bb7sus)say?

May be she Ded has i cate it her in her mind

and hold that (Abmaj7)she’s er just wast ing her (Abm6)time.

(Ebmaj7)Ask her to (C7sus)stay.

(Fm7)Find (Gm7)one (Abmaj9)hun (Bb7sus)dred ways.

(Ab)Don’t for get

Be in’ cool won’t (Bbm7)help you keep a love warm.

You’ll just (Cb)blow your on ly (Gbmaj7)chance.

Take the time to (Ebm7)o pen up your heart.

That’s the (Abm7)se cret of ro mance.

Sac ri fice, if you care.

Buy

her some moon light (F)to wear.

If there’s (Cm9)one more star she wants,

go all the way.

(Bb)In your arms to night

she’ll re flect

that she (Abmaj7)owes you

the sweet est of debts.

If (Ebmaj7)she wants to (C7sus)pay,

(Fm7)find (Gm7)one (Abmaj9)hun (Bb7sus)dred ways.

Sac ri fice, if you care.

Buy

her some moon light (F)to wear.

If there’s (Cm9)one more star she wants,

go all the way.

(Bb)In your arms to night

she’ll re flect

that she (Abmaj7)owes you

the sweet est of debts.

If (Ebmaj7)she wants to (C7sus)pay,

(Fm7)find (Gm7)one (Abmaj9)hun (Bb7sus)dred ways.

You bet ter be (Cm9)lieve it, (Cb7)whoa.

(Ebmaj7)Love her to (C7sus)day.

(Fm7)Find (Gm7)one (Abmaj9)hun (Bb7sus)dred ways.

I’m (Cm9)tell in’ (Cb7)you to (Ebmaj7)Love her to (C7sus)day.

(Fm7)Find (Gm7)one (Abmaj9)hun (Bb7sus)dred ways.

I’m (Cm9)tell in’ (Cb7)you to

One Hundred Ways by James Ingram — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “One Hundred Ways” by James Ingram 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 Ab at 90 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 "One Hundred Ways" 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 "One Hundred Ways"?
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.