Perhaps Love

by John Denver

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Per haps (G)love is like a rest ing (Em)place

A (C)shel ter from the storm,

It ex (G)ists to give you com fort, It is (Am)there to keep you warm,

And (Bm)in those times of trou ble

When (C)you are most a lone

The (Am)mem o ry of (D)love will bring you (G)home.

Per (G)haps love is like a win (Em)dow,

per (C)haps an o pen door,

It in (G)vites you to come clos er,

It (Am)wants to show you more.

And (Bm)e ven if you (Em)lose your self and (C)don’t know what to do,

the (Am)mem o ry of (D)love will see you (G)through.

Oh (Bm)love to some is (Em)like a cloud,

to (C)some as strong as (G)steel,

for (Bm)some a way of (Em)liv ing, for (C)some a way to (G)feel.

And (Bm)some say love is (Em)hold ing on and (C)some say (D)let ting go.

And (Bm)some say love is (Em)ev ’ry thing, and (Am)some say they don’t (D)know....

Per haps (G)love is like the o (Em)cean,

Full of (C)con flict, full of (D)change.

Like a (G)fire when it’s cold out side, or (Am)thun der when it rains.

If (Bm)I should live for (Em)ev er and (C)all my dreams come (D)true,

my (Am)mem o ries of (D)love will be of (G)you.

Perhaps Love by John Denver β€” Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows β€œPerhaps Love” by John Denver in our color-coded kid songbook view β€” 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 60 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 β€” 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 "Perhaps Love" good for a child learning piano?
Yes β€” 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 "Perhaps Love"?
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 β€” 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 β€” tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "Perhaps Love" use?
Just 7 chords: Am, Bm, C, D, D7, Em, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other John Denver songs work for kids?
Try "Rocky Mountain High", "Thank God I'm a Country Boy", "Follow Me". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.