The Nights

by Avicii

🎹 Loading song
Preparing player…
1
—
Play in Full ModesMore Songs for Kids

Lyrics

(E5)Once up on a young er year when all our shad ows dis ap peared the (D5)an i mals out side came out to (E5)play.

Went face to face with all our fears learned our les sons through the tears, made (D5)mem o ries we knew would nev er (E5)fade.

One day my (C)fa ther, he told me, “Son, don’t (G)let it slip a way.” He (D5)took me in his arms, I heard him (E5)say; “When you get (C)old er your wild heart will (G)live for young er days, (D)think of me if ev er you’re a fraid.” He said, “One (C)day you’ll leave this world be (G)hind so live a (D5)life you will re (E5)mem ber.” My fa ther (C)told me when I was just a (G)child “These are the (Dsus4)nights that nev er die”, (CN.C.)my fa ther told me...

My (D5)fa ther told me.

The Nights by Avicii — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Nights” by Avicii 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 126 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 Nights" 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 Nights"?
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.