This

by Ed Sheeran

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Lyrics

(C)This

is

the start

of some thing (G)beau ti ful.

(C)This

is

the start

of some thing (G)new.

And (C)you

are

the one

that makes me (G)lose it all.

And (C)you

are

the start

of some thing (G)new.

Oh.

(G)And I’ll (Am)throw it all a way.

And watch (C)you fall

in to my (F)arms a (C)gain.

And I’ll (Am)throw it all a way.

And watch (C)you fall,

(G)now.

(C)You

are

the earth

that I will (G)stand up on.

And (C)You

are

the words

that I will (G)sing.

Oh.

(G)And I’ve (Am)thrown it all a way.

And watched (C)you fall

in to his (F)arms a (C)gain.

And I’ve (Am)thrown it all a way.

And watched (C)you fall,

(G)now.

Oh.

And take me back,

take me home.

Watch me fall

down to earth.

And take me back.

For

(C)this

is

the start

of some thing (G)beau ti ful.

(C)You

are

the start

of some thing (G)new.

This by Ed Sheeran — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “This” by Ed Sheeran 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 75 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "This" 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 "This"?
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.
What other Ed Sheeran songs work for kids?
Try "Sing", "SING", "DIVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.