True Colours

· by Glee Cast

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You with the (Bm)sad

(A)eyes,

(D)don’t be dis cour aged.

Oh, I (G)re al ise it’s (A)hard to take cour age.

In a (Em)world world makes full of peo ple, and you’ve (G)you can lose sight of it all.

And (A)dark ness still in side you make you (D)feel so be small.

But I see your (D)true col ours shin ing through.

I see your (D)true col ours and (A)that’s why I love you, so (D)don’t be a fraid

to (Bm)let them show, your (D)true col ours.

(D)True col ours are (D)beau ti (A)ful like a rain

bow.

Show me a (Bm)smile

(A)then,

(D)don’t be un hap py.

Can’t re (G)mem ber when I (A)last saw you laugh ing.

If a (Em)this world makes you of cra zy and you’ve (G)tak en all you can bear, all.

you (A)call me up in side be cause you (D)know I’ll be there.

And I see your (D)true col ours shin ing through.

I see your (D)true col ours and (A)that’s why I love you, so (D)don’t be a fraid

to (Bm)let them show, your (D)true col ours.

(D)True col ours are (D)beau ti (A)ful like a rain

bow.

Show me a

(Em)If this world makes you cra zy, you’ve (G)tak en all you can bear, you (A)call me up be cause you (D)know I’ll be there.

And I see your (D)true col ours shin ing through.

I see your (D)true col ours and (A)that’s why I love you, so (D)don’t be a fraid

to (Bm)let them show, your (D)true col ours.

(D)True col ours.

See your (D)true col ours shin ing through.

I see your (D)true col ours and (A)that’s why I love you, so (D)don’t be a fraid

to (Bm)let them show, your (D)true col ours.

(D)True col ours.

See your (D)True col ours.

(G)True (D)col ours are (D)beau ti (A)ful like a (A)rain

bow.

True Colours by Glee Cast — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “True Colours” by Glee Cast 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 D at 84 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 "True Colours" 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 "True Colours"?: 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 Glee Cast songs work for kids?: Try "ABC", "YOU CAN'T STOP THE BEAT", "THE TIME OF MY LIFE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.