Is "Shine" 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 "Shine"?

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 "Shine" use?

Just 8 chords: Am, Bbsus2, C, Dm7, Em7, F, Fpow, G. Take it one section at a time.

What other Newsboys songs work for kids?

Try "WE BELIEVE", "DEVOTION", "IT IS YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Shine

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Lyrics

(F)Dull as the shak you can’t as sert the kind of light ma, it might per fate that ’d strict dic (Am)ta tor to re tire, that ’d fire the ar my, teach the poor o ri ga mi.

The (F)truth is in, the proof is when you hear your heart start ask ing, “What’s my mo ti va tion?”

When and (F)try as you may, there is n’t a way the to ex plain the kind of change that ’d make an Es ki mo re nounce fur, that ’d make a veg e tar i an bar be cue ham ster, out un less glare can no trace to turn, this you a bout na face it to a cer tain sign.

(C)Shine.

Make ’em won der what you’ve got.

Make ’em wish that they were not on the out side look in’ bored.

(C)Shine.

Let it shine be fore all men.

Let ’em see good works and then let ’em glo ri fy the Lord.

(F)Out of the shak and on to plate, it is n’t kar ma, it sure ain’t fate that ’d make a (Am)Dead head sell his van, that ’d make a schiz o phren ic turn in his cray ons.

The (F)O prah freaks and sci ence seeks a ra tion ale that shall ex cuse this strange be hav ior.

When you (F)let it you shine you will in spire way the kind of en tire turn a round that ’d make a bounc ki er take bal let, that ’d e ven bounc ers who aren’t...

an bar hap py.

ham But out un less glare can no trace to turn, this you a bout na learn it on a “What’s My Line?”

(C)Shine.

Make ’em won der what you’ve got.

Make ’em wish that they were not on the out side look in’ bored.

(C)Shine.

Let it shine be fore all men.

Let ’em see good works and then let ’em glo ri fy the Lord.

(Shine, shine,

shine, shine.)

(Shine, shine,

shine, shine.)

(Shine, shine,

shine, shine.)

(C)Shine.

Make ’em won der what you’ve got.

Make ’em wish that they were not on the out side look in’ bored.

(C)Shine.

Let it shine be fore all men.

Let ’em see good works and then let ’em glo ri fy the Lord.

(C)Shine.

Make ’em won der what you’ve got.

Make ’em wish that they were not on the out side look in’ bored.

(C)Shine.

Let it shine be fore all men.

Let ’em see good works and then let ’em glo ri fy the Lord.

(C)Shine.

Make ’em won der what you’ve got.

Make ’em wish that they were not on the out side look in’ bored.

(C)Shine.

Let it shine be fore all men.

Let ’em see good works and then let ’em glo ri fy the Lord.

(C)Shine.

Make ’em won der what you’ve got.

Make ’em wish that they were not on the out side look in’ bored.

(C)Shine.

Let it shine be fore all men.

Let ’em see good works and then let ’em glo ri fy the Lord.

(CN.C.)Shine.

Shine by Newsboys — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Shine” by Newsboys 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 100 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 "Shine" 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 "Shine"?: 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 "Shine" use?: Just 8 chords: Am, Bbsus2, C, Dm7, Em7, F, Fpow, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Newsboys songs work for kids?: Try "WE BELIEVE", "DEVOTION", "IT IS YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.