Skin

by Rascal Flatts

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(D)Sa ra Beth is (G)scared to (D)death to hear what the doc tor will (G)say.

She (D)has n’t been well since the (G)day that she (D)fell and the bruise that just (D)won’t go a way.

So, she (F#m7)sits and she waits with her moth er and dad and (D)flips through an old mag a zine

till the (F#m7)nurse with the smile (G)stands at the door and (Em7)says, “Will you please come with (A)me.”

(D)Sa ra Beth is (G)scared to (D)death ’cause the doc tor just (A)told her the news.

“Be tween the (D)red cells and white for (G)some thin’s not (D)right, but we’re gon na take care of (G)you.

Six (F#m7)chanc es in ten it won’t (G)come back a gain low with the (D)ther a py we’re gon na try.

And It’s she (F#m7)just been ap proved, it’s the strong est there is and I think we caught it in (A)time.”

And (G)Sa ra Beth clos es her (A)eyes.

And she (Bm)dreams she’s (A)danc (D)in’ a (F#m)round and a round with (Bm)out (C#m)an (D)y (E)cares.

(F#m)And her (A)ver y first (A7)love is (D)hold ing her (Dm)close and the (A)soft wind is blow ing her (A)hair.

(D)Sa ra Beth is (G)scared to (D)death ’cause as she sits just (A)hold ing her mom.

’Cause it would (D)be a mis take for (G)some one to (D)take a girl with no hair to the (G)prom.

Six (F#m7)For just this morn in’ right (G)there on her pil low was the (D)cruel est of an y sur prise.

And It’s she (F#m7)cried when she gath ered it all in her hands, the proof that she could n’t de (A)ny.

And (G)Sa ra Beth clos es her (A)eyes.

And she (Bm)dreams she’s (A)danc (D)in’ a (F#m)round and a round with (Bm)out (C#m)an (D)y (E)cares.

(F#m)And her (A)ver y first (A7)love is (D)hold ing her (Dm)close and the (A)soft wind is blow ing her (A)hair.

(A)hair.

It’s a (Em7)quar ter of sev en, that (D)boy’s at the door and (G)her dad dy ush ers him (D)in.

And when he (Em7)takes off his cap, they (D)all start to cry ’cause this (G)morn in’ where his hair had been

(G)soft ly she touch es just (CN.C.)skin.

And (A)they (Bm)go (A)danc (D)in’ a (F#m)round and a round with (Bm)out (C#m)an (D)y (E)cares.

(F#m)And her (A)ver y first (A7)true love is hold ing her (Dm)close

and for a (A)mo ment, (E7sus)she is n’t (CN.C.)scared.

Skin by Rascal Flatts — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Skin” by Rascal Flatts 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 D at 90 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 "Skin" 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 "Skin"?
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.