That's When I Knew

by Alicia Keys

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Right there,

in the (D)mid dle of a con ver sa tion,

was n’t (Csus2)an y thing spe cial you said.

It was just

there.

Right then,

I did n’t (D)have time to e ven o ver think it.

I looked at you and all of a sud den

I was all

in.

It’s like my (Am)knees are all weak and them but (D7)ter flies, they were danc in’, tak in’ all of my air.

From that mo (C)ment on, it was ver (Cm)y clear.

That’s when I knew I fell in love.

That’s when I knew you were the one.

That’s when I knew you stole my (Dm7)heart a way from me.

That’s when I knew that I was sunk.

That was the mo ment that I knew I was in love.

That’s when I knew.

That’s when I knew.

That’s when I knew.

That day,

I did n’t (D)know where we were go in’, where the night would end.

I did n’t (Csus2)know if there was some thin’ brew in’; and if it was, I did n’t know how much I cared.

That touch,

when you (D)bare ly held my hand, I was o ver come with feel ings (Csus2)I don’t un der stand.

Not in a mil lion years, I did n’t think that we’d be here.

It’s like my (Am)knees are all weak and them but (D7)ter flies got me danc in’, tak in’ all of my air.

From that mo (C)ment on, it was ver (Cm)y, ver y, ver y, ver y clear,

oh.

That’s when I knew I fell in love.

That’s when I knew you were the one.

That’s when I knew you stole my (Dm7)heart a way from me.

That’s when I knew that I was sunk.

That was the mo ment that I knew I was in love.

That’s when I knew.

That’s when I knew.

That’s when I knew, don’t you know it.

Hey,

that’s when I knew.

That’s when I knew.

That’s when I knew, ba by.

You know when you know.

You know what you feel and there’s no de ny in’ that love is for real.

There’s noth in’ to do,

just let it in.

Got to sur ren der.

That’s when I knew.

That’s when I knew.

That’s when I knew.

That’s when I knew.

That’s when I knew.

That’s when I knew.

That’s when I knew.

That’s when I knew.

That’s when I knew.

That’s when I knew.

That’s when I knew we fell in (G)love.

That's When I Knew by Alicia Keys — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “That's When I Knew by Alicia Keys 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 120 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 "That's When I Knew" 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 "That's When I Knew"?
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 "That's When I Knew" use?
Just 17 chords: A7, Am, Am7, Bm7, C, C7, Cm, Cmaj7, +9 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Alicia Keys songs work for kids?
Try "AS I AM", "DE NOVO ADAGIO (INTRO)", "TEARS ALWAYS WIN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.