Think Of Laura

by Christopher Cross

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Hey, Lau ra,

Lau ra, (Gm7)ooh.

Hey, Lau ra,

Lau ra.

Ev ’ry once in a (F)while a I’d see her (Cm7)smile

and she’d (Eb)turn my day girl a (Bb)round.

A girl with those (F)eyes could stare through the (Gm7)lies en a and see what your (Eb)heart was say (Fsus)warn (F)ing.

Think of Lau ra, but laugh, don’t cry.

(C)I know she’d want it that (G)way.

Hey (D)yeah, when you think of Lau ra, well, laugh, don’t cry.

(C)I know she’d want it that (G)way.

A ’ry friend of a (F)friend, a friend till the (Cm7)end,

that’s the (Eb)kind of a girl she (Bb)was.

A Tak en a (F)way so young; through the (Gm7)tak en a and way what your (Eb)with out a (Fsus)warn (F)ing.

Think of Lau ra, but laugh, don’t cry.

(C)I know she’d want it that (G)way.

Hey (D)yeah, when you think of Lau ra, well, laugh, don’t cry.

(C)I know she’d want it that (G)way.

(G)way.

I know you and you’re here

in (C)ev ’ry day we (D)live.

I know her and well, she’s here, and I (C)feel her when I (Dsus)sing.

Hey, Lau ra,

where are you (Cm7)now?

(Gm7)Are you far a way from (Bb)here?

I don’t think so.

I think you’re (Gm7)here,

(F)tak ing our tears a way.

(G)way.

Hey (D)yeah, well, I (C)know she’d want it that (G)way.

Hey, (D)Lau (G)ra.

Hey, (D)Lau (Em7)ra.

I (C)know she’d want it that (G)way.

Hey, (D)Lau (G)ra.

Hey, (D)Lau (Em7)ra.

I (C)know you want it that (G)way.

Hey, (D)Lau (G)ra.

Think Of Laura by Christopher Cross — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Think Of Laura” by Christopher Cross 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 Eb at 88 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 "Think Of Laura" 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 "Think Of Laura"?
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.