River Lea

by Adele

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River Lea

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Adele80 BPM

Lyrics

(C)Ev ’ry bod y tells me it’s ’bout (D)time that I moved on, that I (Em)need to learn to light en up and (D)learn how to be young.

But (C)my heart is a val ley, it’s so (D)shal low and man made, I’m (Em)scared to death if I let you in that you’ll (D)see I’m just a fake.

(C)Some times I feel lone ly in the (D)arms of your touch, but I (Em)know that’s just me ’cause noth ing (D)ev er is e nough.

(C)When I was a child I grew up (D)by the Riv er Lea,

there was (Em)some thing in the wa ter, now that (D)some thing’s in me.

Oh, I can’t go back,

(D)but the (Em)reeds are grow ing out of my (D)fin ger tips, I can’t go back

(D)to the (A)riv er.

But it’s in my (Em)roots, in my (D)veins, it’s in my blood and I (Em)stain ev ’ry heart that I (D)use to heal the (A)pain.

Oh, it’s in my (Em)roots, in my (D)veins, it’s in my blood and I (Em)stain ev ’ry heart that I (D)use to heal the (A)pain.

So I blame it on the (Em)Riv er Lea, the (D)Riv er Lea, the Riv er Lea.

(Em)Yeah, I blame it on the Riv er Lea, the (D)Riv er Lea, the (A)Riv er Lea.

(C)Some times I feel lone ly in the (D)arms of your touch, but I (Em)know that’s just me ’cause noth ing (D)ev er is e nough.

(C)When I was a child I grew up (D)by the Riv er Lea,

there was (Em)some thing in the wa ter, now that (D)some thing’s in me.

Oh, I can’t go back,

(D)but the (Em)reeds are grow ing out of my (D)fin ger tips, I can’t go back

(D)to the (A)riv er.

But it’s in my (Em)roots, in my (D)veins, it’s in my blood and I (Em)stain ev ’ry heart that I (D)use to heal the (A)pain.

Oh, it’s in my (Em)roots, in my (D)veins, it’s in my blood and I (Em)stain ev ’ry heart that I (D)use to heal the (A)pain.

So I blame it on the (Em)Riv er Lea, the (D)Riv er Lea, the Riv er Lea.

(Em)Yeah, I blame it on the Riv er Lea, the (D)Riv er Lea, the (A)Riv er Lea.

(A)Riv er Lea.

So I blame it on the (Em)Riv er Lea, the (D)Riv er Lea, the Riv er Lea.

(Em)Yeah, I blame it on the Riv er Lea, the (D)Riv er Lea, the (A)Riv er Lea.

(Em)Riv er Lea,

Riv er Lea.

Riv er Lea,

(A)Riv er Lea.

(Em)Riv er Lea,

Riv er Lea.

Riv er Lea,

(A)Riv er Lea.

(A7)Riv er Lea,

Riv er Lea.

River Lea by Adele — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “River Lea” by Adele 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 C at 86 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 "River Lea" 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 "River Lea"?
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.