Waiting For A Girl Like You

by Foreigner

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(Am)So

(G)long.

I’ve been (Am)look ing too hard, I’ve been (G)wait ing too long.

(Am)Some times I don’t know (G)what I will find.

(Am)I on ly know it’s a (G)mat ter of time.

When you (Em7)love some one,

when you (Em7)love some one,

it (Em7)feels so right, so (D)warm and true.

(Em7)I need to know if you (D)feel it (E7)too.

May be I’m wrong.

Won’t you tell me if I’m com ing on too strong?

This (Fmaj9)heart of mine has been hurt be fore.

(Fmaj9)This time I wan na be sure.

I’ve been wait ing

for a girl like you to (Bb)come in to my life.

I’ve been wait ing

for a girl like you, a (Bb)love that will sur vive.

I’ve been wait ing

for some one new to (Bb)make me feel a live.

Yeah, wait ing

for a girl like you to (Bb)come in to my life.

You’re so (G)good.

When (Am)we make love it’s (G)un der stood.

It’s (Am)more than a touch or a (G)word we say.

(Am)On ly in dreams could it (G)be this way.

When you (Em7)love some one,

yeah, real ly (Em7)love some one.

Now, I know it’s right

from the mo ment I wake up till deep in the night.

There’s (Fmaj9)no where on earth that I’d rath er be than hold ing (Fmaj9)you

ten der ly.

I’ve been wait

Waiting For A Girl Like You by Foreigner — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Waiting For A Girl Like You” by Foreigner 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 100 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 "Waiting For A Girl Like You" 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 "Waiting For A Girl Like You"?
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.