Shadows Of The Night

by Pat Benatar

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We’re run nin’ with the shad ows of the night, so, ba by, take my hand, it ’ll be all right.

Sur ren der all your dreams to me to night.

They’ll come true in the end.

He said, (Gsus)“Oh, (G)girl, it’s a (G)cold world it’s when you (C)keep it all to your self.”

I said, “You (Gsus)can’t (G)hide bi on the (Gsus)in (G)side de all the (C)pain you’ve ev er felt.”

You can Ran som my heart but, ba by, (D)don’t look back ’cause we (Am)got no bod (G)eas y else.

to night.

We’re run nin’ with the (D)shad (G)ows of (C)the night, so, ba by, take my (D)hand it ’ll (G)be all (C)right.

Sur ren der all your (Bm7)dreams (Em)to me to night.

They’ll come (Bm)true in the (Gsus)end.

You know (Gsus)some (G)times it’s it (G)feels like it’s all you (C)mov in’ way too your fast.

Use ev ’ry (Gsus)al (G)i bi on and (Gsus)words (G)to de ny that (C)love ain’t meant to last.

You can cry tough, my ba by, ba by, (D)it’s all right.

You can (Am)let me down (G)eas y but not to night.

We’re run nin’ with the (D)shad (G)ows of (C)the night, so, ba by, take my (D)hand it ’ll (G)be all (C)right.

Sur ren der all your (Bm7)dreams (Em)to me to night.

They’ll come (Bm)true in the (Gsus)end.

You know (Gsus)end.

end.

And now the hands of time are (D)stand ing still.

(Am)Mid night An gel, won’t you say you will?

We’re run nin’ with the (D)shad (G)ows of (C)the night, so, ba by, take my (D)hand; it ’ll (G)be all (C)right.

Sur ren der all your (Bm7)dreams (Em)to me to night.

They’ll come (D)true in the (G)end.

We’re (C)run nin’ with the (D)shad (G)ows of (C)the night, so, ba by, take my (D)hand; it ’ll (G)be all (C)right.

Sur ren der all your (Bm7)dreams (Em)to me to night.

They’ll come (D)true in the (G)end.

We’re (C)run nin’ with the (G)end.

Shadows Of The Night by Pat Benatar — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Shadows Of The Night” by Pat Benatar 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 100 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 "Shadows Of The Night" 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 "Shadows Of The Night"?
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.