We've Got Tonight

by Kenny Rogers

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Lyrics

I know it’s (G)late,

I know you’re (C)wea ry;

I know your (G)plans

don’t in clude (G)me.

(D)Still, here we (G)are:

both of us (G)lone ly,

long ing for (G)shel ter

from all that we (Dsus4)see.

Why should we (G)wor ry?

No one will (G)care, girl.

Look at the (G)stars now,

so far a (Dsus4)way.

We’ve got to (G)night,

who needs to (C)mor row?

We’ve got to night,

babe;

why don’t you (G)stay?

Deep in my (G)soul,

I’ve been so (C)lone ly;

(D)all of my (G)hopes

fad ing a (G)way.

I’ve longed for (G)love,

ooh, like ev ’ry one (G)else does.

I know I’ll keep search ing

af ter to (G)day.

So there (D)it (G)is, girl:

we’ve got it (G)all now.

And here (D)we (G)are, babe;

what do you (Dsus4)say?

We’ve got to night,

who needs to (G)mor row?

We’ve got to night,

babe;

why don’t we (G)stay?

I know it’s late, and I know you’re (G)wea ry.

I know your plans

don’t in clude Still me.

here

we (Eb)are:

both of us (G)lone ly,

both of us (C)lone ly.

We’ve got to (G)-

who needs (C)to mor row?

Let’s make it (G)last,

let’s find a (G)way.

(D11)Turn out the (G)lights;

(D11)come, take (G)my hand now.

(D11)We’ve got to night

(G)babe;

why don’t we (C)stay?

We’ve got to night,

(G)babe;

why (D11)don’t we (G)stay?

We've Got Tonight by Kenny Rogers — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “We've Got Tonight by Kenny Rogers 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 G at 62 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 "We've Got Tonight" 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 "We've Got Tonight"?
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.