Right Down The Line

· by Gerry Rafferty

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I know You how know much I I (C)need your love,

you’ve got that hold ov er (F)me.

Long as I got your love,

you know that I’ll nev er (F)leave.

You’ve When I want ed you to (C)share my life, I (Am)had no doubt in my (F)mind.

And it’s been (C)you,

wom an,

(Am)right (C)down the (F)line.

I know You how know much I I (C)lean on you,

on ly that you can er (F)see.

Chang es that I’ve been through

have left their mark on er (F)me.

You’ve been as con stant as a (C)north ern star, the (Am)bright est light that my (F)shines.

It’s it’s been (C)you,

wom an,

(Am)right (C)down the (F)line.

I just wan na (Bm)say

this is (G)my way of (E)tell ing you (A)ev er y thing I could (F)nev er say be (Dm)fore.

Yeah, this is (G)my way of (E)tell ing you that (A)ev er y day I’m (F)lov in’ you so much (Dm)more.

’Cause you be (C)lieved in me

through my dark est (F)night.

Put some thin’ bet ter in side of me,

you brought me in to the (F)light.

Threw a way all those (C)cra zy dreams,

I put them all be (F)hind.

And it was (C)you,

wom an,

(Am)right (C)down the (F)line.

I just wan na (Bm)say

this is (G)my way of (E)tell ing you (A)ev er y thing I could (F)nev er say be (Dm)fore.

Yeah, this is (G)my way of (E)tell ing you that (A)ev er y day I’m (F)lov in’ you so much (Dm)more.

If I should (C)doubt my self,

If I’m los in’ (F)ground.

I won’t turn to (C)some one else,

they’d on ly let me (F)down.

When I want ed you to (C)share my life,

I had no doubt in my (F)mind.

And it’s been (C)you

wom an,

(Am)right (C)down the (F)line.

Right Down The Line by Gerry Rafferty — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Right Down The Line” by Gerry Rafferty 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 130 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 "Right Down The Line" 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 "Right Down The Line"?: 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 "Right Down The Line" use?: Just 9 chords: A, Am, Bm, C, D, Dm, E, F, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Gerry Rafferty songs work for kids?: Try "BAKER STREET", "Baker Street", "Baker Street". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.