The Dance

by Garth Brooks

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Lyrics

Look in’ back

on the (C)mem ’ry of

for the (D)dance we shared

with the (G)stars a bove,

for a (G)mo ly ment,

all the (C)world was right.

How could (D)I have known

You that you’d (Em)ev er say good (D)bye?

And (C)now,

I’m glad I did n’t (D)know

the way it all would end,

the way it all would (C)go.

Our (C)lives

are bet ter left to (D)chance.

I could have missed the (Bm7)pain,

but I’d have had to (C)miss

(D)the

(G)dance.

Hold ing you,

I held (C)ev ’ry thing

for a (D)mo we ment.

Was n’t (G)I the king?

If I’d (G)on ly known

how the (C)king would fall.

How Hey, (D)who’s to say?

You know I (Em)might have changed it (D)all.

And (C)now,

I’m glad I did n’t (D)know

the way it all would end,

the way it all would (C)go.

Our (C)lives

are bet ter left to (D)chance.

I could have missed the (Bm7)pain,

but I’d have had to (C)miss

(D)the

(G)dance.

Hold ing you, (G)dance.

Yes, my (C)life,

it’s bet ter left to (D)chance.

I could have missed the (Bm7)pain,

but I’d have had to (C)miss

(D)the

(G)dance.

The Dance by Garth Brooks — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Dance” by Garth Brooks 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 134 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 "The Dance" 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 "The Dance"?
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.