Run To You

by Whitney Houston

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Ooh,

I (Ab)know day,

that (Eb)when you look at me there’s (Db)so much

(Dbm)that you just don’t see.

But at (Ab)if

you would (Bb)on ly take the key.

time, I (Dbm6)know in my heart you’d no one (C7)find, cares for me, oh,

a girl the who’s scared some times, ing who is n’t al ways strong.

With (Ab)Can’t you see the hurt in me?

I me, (Bbm7)feel so all a lone.

(Eb)I wan na (Db)run to you, hoo hoo.

(Eb)I wan na (Ab)run to (Ab)you, hoo, (F7#5)hoo,

Won’t you (Bbm7)hold me in your arms and (Bbm7)keep me safe from harm?

(Eb)I wan na (Db)run to you, hoo, hoo.

(Eb)But if I (Ab)come

to (Ab)you, hoo, (F7#5)hoo,

tell me, will you stay,

or (Dbm6)will you

run a (Ab)way?

Each (Ab)know day,

each (Eb)day I play the role of (Db)some one

(Dbm)al ways in con trol.

But at (Ab)night

I come (Bb)home and turn the key.

time, There’s (Dbm6)no bod y there, you’d no one (C7)find, cares for me, oh.

What’s girl the who’s sense of try ing hard to find al your dreams?

With (Ab)out some one to share it with, tell me, (Bbm7)what does it all mean?

(Eb)I wan na (Db)run to you, hoo hoo.

(Eb)I wan na (Ab)run to (Ab)you, hoo, (F7#5)hoo,

Won’t you (Bbm7)hold me in your arms and (Bbm7)keep me safe from harm?

(Eb)I wan na (Db)run to you, hoo, hoo.

(Eb)But if I (Ab)come

to (Ab)you, hoo, (F7#5)hoo,

tell me, will you stay,

or (Dbm6)will you

run a (Ab)way?

Each (Fm)way,

run a way?

No,

I need you here.

I need you here to (Ab)wipe a way my tears, to kiss a (Bb)way my fears.

If you (Bbm7)on ly knew how (Cm7)much I wan (F)na (Eb)run to you.

(F)Now I wan na (Bb)run

to (Bb)you, ooh.

Oh, won’t you (Cm7)hold me in your arms

and (Cm7)keep me safe from harm?

I’ll (Eb)run to you.

But if I (Bb)come to (Bb)you, you,

tell me, will you stay,

or (Ebm)will you run a (Bb)way?

Run To You by Whitney Houston — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Run To You” by Whitney Houston 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 Db 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 "Run To You" 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 "Run To You"?
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 "Run To You" use?
Just 21 chords: Ab, Bb, Bbm, Bbm7, Bbm9, C7, Cm7, Cm9, +13 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Whitney Houston songs work for kids?
Try "I BELIEVE IN YOU AND ME", "I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU", "IT'S NOT RIGHT BUT IT'S OKAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.