Things We Said Today

· by The Beatles

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You say (Em7)you will love me

(Am)if I (Em7)have to go.

(Am)You’ll be (Em7)think ing of me

(Am)some how (Em7)I will know.

(C)Some day when I’m (C9)lone ly

(F)wish ing you weren’t so (Bb)far a way,

(Am)then I (Em7)will re mem ber

(Am)things we (Em7)said to day.

You say (Em7)you’ll be mine, girl,

(Am)’til the (Em7)end of time.

(Am)These days (Em7)such a kind, girl,

(Am)seems so (Em7)hard to find.

(C)Some day when we’re (C9)dream ing

(F)deep in love, not a (Bb)lot to say,

(Am)then we (Em7)will re mem ber

(Am)things we (Em7)said to day.

Me, I’m just the luck y kind,

(B7)love to hear you say that love is love.

And though we may be blind,

(B7)love is here to stay and that’s e nough to (Em7)make you mine, girl,

(Am)be the (Em7)on ly one.

(Am)Love me (Em7)all the time, girl,

(Am)we’ll go (Em7)on and on.

(C)Some day when we’re (C9)dream ing,

(F)deep in love, not a (Bb)lot to say,

(Am)then we (Em7)will re mem ber

(Am)things we (Em7)said to day.

Me, I’m just the luck y kind,

(B7)love to hear you say that love is love.

And though we may be blind,

(B7)love is here to stay and that’s e nough to (Em7)make you mine, girl,

(Am)be the (Em7)on ly one.

(Am)Love me (Em7)all the time, girl,

(Am)we’ll go (Em7)on and on.

(C)Some day when we’re (C9)dream ing,

(F)deep in love, not a (Bb)lot to say,

(Am)then we (Em7)will re mem ber

(Am)things we (Em7)said to day.

(Am)things we (Em7)said to day.

Things We Said Today by The Beatles — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Things We Said Today” by The Beatles 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 A 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 "Things We Said Today" 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 "Things We Said Today"?: 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 "Things We Said Today" use?: Just 10 chords: A, Am, B7, Bb, C, C9, D7, E7, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other The Beatles songs work for kids?: Try "DAY TRIPPER", "PLEASE MR. POSTMAN", "SHE'S LEAVING HOME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.