Pledging My Love

by Emmylou Harris

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For ev er, my dar ling,

our love will be (C7)true,

al ways and for ev er,

I’ll love just (F)you.

Just prom ise me, dar ling,

your love in re (C7)turn,

make this fire in my (Gm)soul, dear,

for ev er (F)burn.

My (Bb)heart’s at your com (Bb6)mand, dear, to (Bbm7)keep, love and to (Bbm6)hold.

Mak ing you (F)hap py’s (A7)my de (Dm)sire, dear, keep ing (G7)you is my (C7)goal.

I’ll for ev er (F)love you,

the rest of my (C7)days.

I’ll nev er part from you

and your lov ing (F)ways.

For ev er, my dar ling,

our love will be (C7)true,

al ways and for ev er,

I’ll love just (F)you.

Just prom ise me, dar ling,

your love in re (C7)turn,

make this fire in my (Gm)soul, dear,

for ev er (F)burn.

My (Bb)heart’s at your com (Bb6)mand, dear, to (Bbm7)keep, love and to (Bbm6)hold.

Mak ing you (F)hap py’s (A7)my de (Dm)sire, dear, keep ing (G7)you is my (C7)goal.

I’ll for ev er (F)love you,

the rest of my (C7)days.

I’ll nev er part from you

and your lov ing (F)ways.

For ev er, my (F)ways.

Pledging My Love by Emmylou Harris — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Pledging My Love” by Emmylou Harris 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 80 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 "Pledging My Love" 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 "Pledging My 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 — 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 "Pledging My Love" use?
Just 10 chords: A7, Bb, Bb6, Bbm6, Bbm7, C7, Dm, F, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Emmylou Harris songs work for kids?
Try "BORN TO RUN", "BOULDER TO BIRMINGHAM", "A LOVE THAT WILL NEVER GROW OLD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.