Settlin'

by Sugarland

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Lyrics

(F)Fif teen (C)min utes left to (F)throw me to (Bb)geth er for (C)Mis ter Right Now, not (F)Mis ter For ev (Bb)er.

Don’t know (F)why I e ven (C)try when I (F)know how it (Bb)ends.

With my (F)Look in’ like an (C)oth er “May be (F)we can be (Bb)friends.”

I’ve been it (C)leav in’ it up to (Bb)fate.

(Bb)It’s my life, so it’s mine to (C)make.

I ain’t (F)set tl in’ for (C)just get tin’ by.

I’ve had e (Dm)nough so so for the (Bb)rest of my life.

Tired of (F)shoot in’ too low, so (C)raise the bar high.

“Just e (Dm)nough” ain’t e nough (C)this (Bb)time.

I ain’t set tl in’ for (C)an y thing (CN.C.)else than ev ’ry (F)thing.

With some (F)good red (C)wine utes and my (F)brand new to (Bb)shoes gon na (C)dance a blue streak a (F)liv ter in’ ev (Bb)room.

Take a (F)chance I on ven (C)love and I (F)try how it (Bb)feels.

With my (F)heart in’ wide an (C)o pen, yeah, you (F)know I will (Bb)friends.”

find what it (C)means in’ to be the (Bb)girl

(Bb)who changed her and it’s changed the (C)world.

ain’t (F)set tl in’ for (C)just get tin’ by.

I’ve had e (Dm)nough so so for the (Bb)rest of my life.

Tired of (F)shoot in’ too low, so (C)raise the bar high.

“Just e (Dm)nough” ain’t e nough (C)this (Bb)time.

I ain’t set tl in’ for (C)an y thing (CN.C.)else than ev ’ry (F)thing.

With some ’ry (Bb)thing.

I ain’t ’ry (Dm)thing.

Settlin' by Sugarland — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Settlin'” by Sugarland 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 140 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 "Settlin'" 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 "Settlin'"?
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.