We've Only Just Begun

by Carpenters

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Lyrics

gun.) We’ve on ly just be (Dmaj7)gun

to (C#m7)live.

white lace and (Bm7)prom is es;

a kiss for luck and we’re (Bm7)on our way,

(We’ve on ly be gun.) Be fore the ris ing (Dmaj7)sun

we (C#m7)fly.

So man y (Bm7)roads to choose;

we start out walk ing and (Bm7)learn to run.

(We’ve on ly be

(And (Bm7)yes, we’ve just be (A)gun.)

Shar ing hor (Bmaj7)i zons that are (F#)new to us,

watch ing the (Bmaj7)signs a long the (F#)way.

Talk ing it (Ebmaj7)o ver, just the (Bb)two of us,

work ing to (Ebmaj7)geth er day to (E7sus)day,

to (E)geth er.

And when the eve ning (Dmaj7)comes

we (C#m7)smile.

So much of (Bm7)life a head,

we’ll find a place where there’s (Bm7)room to grow.

(And (Bm7)yes, we’ve just be (A)gun.)

(E)geth er,

to geth er.

And when the eve ning (Dmaj7)comes

we (C#m7)smile.

So much of (Bm7)life a head,

we’ll find a place where there’s (Bm7)room to grow.

And yes, we’ve just be (A)gun.

We've Only Just Begun by Carpenters — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “We've Only Just Begun” by Carpenters 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 A at 90 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is "We've Only Just Begun" 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 Only Just Begun"?
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.