The Rose

by Bette Midler

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Lyrics

Some say love,

it is a (G7)riv er

that (F)drowns

the (G)ten der reed.

Some say love,

it is a (G7)ra zor

that (F)leaves

your (G)soul to reed.

Some say bleed.

Some say (Cmaj7)love,

it is a (F)hun ger,

an (F)end

less ach ing (G7sus)need.

I say (C)love,

it is a (G)flow er,

and (F)you,

its on ly (C)seed.

It’s the heart

a fraid of (G)break ing and that the (G)nev road er has learns to (C)dance.

It’s the dream

a fraid of (G)wak ing for that the (F)nev er

(G)takes the chance.

It’s the (Em)one mem ber who won’t (Am7)be win ter tak en, far who be (F)can

not seem to (G)give,

and the (C)soul

a fraid of (G)dy in’ love in that (F)nev er

(G)learns to (C)live.

When the night

has been too (G)lone ly and that the (G)nev road er has been too (C)long,

and you think

that love is (G)on ly for that the (F)luck y

(G)and the strong,

just re (Em)one mem ber in the (Am7)be win ter tak en, far who be (F)neath

the bit ter (G)snows

lies the (C)seed

that with the (G)sun’s in’ love in the (F)nev er

(G)learns to (C)live.

When the (F)spring

be (G)comes the (C)rose.

(C)rose.

The Rose by Bette Midler — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Rose” by Bette Midler 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 120 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 Rose" 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 Rose"?
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.