Shadow Dancing

· by Andy Gibb

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You got me look ing at that (F)heav en in your eyes.

I was (Ebmaj7)chas ing your di rec tion.

I was (D)tell ing you no lies and I was (Ebmaj7)lov ing you.

When the words are (F)said, it rain.

ba by, I (Gm7)lose my head.

And in a world of peo ple, there’s (Bbmaj7)on ly you and I.

There ain’t (Cm7)noth ing come be (D)tween us in the (Gm7)end.

How can I hold you when you (Bbmaj7)ain’t e ven mine?

On ly you can see me through.

I leave it up to you.

(Gm7)Do it light, tak ing me through the night.

Shad ow danc ing: ba by, you do it right.

Give me more.

Drag me a cross the floor.

Shad ow danc ing.

All this, and noth ing more.

All that I need is just one (F)mo ment in your arms.

I was (Ebmaj7)chas ing your af fec tion.

I was (D)do ing you no harm and I was (Ebmaj7)lov ing you.

Make it shine.

are (F)Make it rain.

Ba by, I (Gm7)know my way.

I need that sweet sen sa tion of (Bbmaj7)liv ing in your love.

I can’t (Cm7)breathe when you’re a (D)way.

It pulls me (Gm7)down.

You are the ques tion, and the (Bbmaj7)an swer am I.

On ly you can see me through.

I leave it up to you.

(Gm7)Do it light, tak ing me through the night.

Shad ow danc ing: ba by, you do it right.

Give me more.

Drag me a cross the floor.

Shad ow danc ing.

All this, and noth ing more.

noth ing more.

Shadow Dancing by Andy Gibb — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Shadow Dancing” by Andy Gibb 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 110 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 "Shadow Dancing" 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 "Shadow Dancing"?: 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 "Shadow Dancing" use?: Just 9 chords: Bb, Bbmaj7, Cm, Cm7, D, Eb, Ebmaj7, F, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Andy Gibb songs work for kids?: Try "LOVE IS THICKER THAN WATER", "I Just Want To Be Your Everything". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.