Thorn In My Pride

by Chris Robinson

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Lyrics

Are you Wake me when the day breaks.

You spill your Show me how the sun shines.

Then you (C5)Tell me ’bout your heart (F)ache.

Who (C5)things could be so un kind.

Do you dream to touch me

and it smile down deep in side?

Did Or, could you just a kill me?

Hey, it’s (C5)hard to make up your mind some times.

My an gels, my dev ils, a thorn in my pride.

My an gels, my dev ils, a thorn in my pride.

Are you want ing in spir a tion?

You spill your se crets on the me.

shines.

Then you (C5)tell me with a whis (F)per

of (C5)things that ’ll nev er be.

Do you hear me breath in’?

Does it make you wan na scream?

Did you ev er like a bad dream?

Hey, some (C5)times to life is ob scene.

some times.

My an gels, my dev ils, a thorn in my pride.

My an gels, my dev ils, a thorn in my pride.

My an gels, my dev ils,

thorn in my pride.

My an gels, my dev ils,

thorn in my pride.

(C)Lov er, (F)cov (C)er me (C)with your sleep.

(C)Let your (F)love (C)light shine, let it shine.

(C)Lov er (F)cov er me

with a good (F)dream.

Oh, let your (F)love light, Oh, (C)let your love light shine.

(C)Lov er, (F)cov er me with your sleep.

(C)Let your (F)love (C)light shine, let it shine.

(C)Lov er, (F)cov er me (C)with a dream.

(C)Let your (F)love (C)light shine, (C)let it shine.

(C)Lov er, (F)cov er me (C)with a dream.

(C)Let your (F)love (C)light shine, (C)let it shine.

(Let your love light shine, let it shine.)

(Let your love light shine, let it shine.)

Thorn In My Pride by Chris Robinson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Thorn In My Pride” by Chris Robinson 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 140 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 "Thorn In My Pride" 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 "Thorn In My Pride"?
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.