Only You (And You Alone)

· by The Platters

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Lyrics

(CN.C.)On ly (G)you

can make this (B7)world seem right.

On ly (Em)you

can make the (Dm7)dark ness bright.

On ly (C)you and you a (D)lone

(D7)can (B7)thrill me like you (Em(maj7))do

and (A7sus)fill my heart with (A7)love for on ly (Am7)you.

On ly (G)you

can make this (B7)change in me.

For it’s (Em)true

you are my (Dm7)des ti ny.

When you (C)hold my hand I (Cm6)un der stand the (G)mag ic that you (E9)do.

You’re my (A7)dream come true, my (D7)one and on ly (G)you.

Only You (And You Alone) by The Platters — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Only You (And You Alone)” by The Platters 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 92 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 "Only You (And You Alone)" 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 "Only You (And You Alone)"?: 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.
What other The Platters songs work for kids?: Try "THE MAGIC TOUCH", "THE GREAT PRETENDER", "ONLY YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.