What I Did For Love

· by Marvin Hamlisch

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Lyrics

Kiss to day good (C)bye,

the sweet ness and the (Dm7)sor row.

We did what we (C)had (G)to (D9)do,

and I can’t re (Fm)gret what I did for love, what I did for (G)love.

(CN.C.)Look my eyes are (C)dry,

the gift was ours to (Dm)bor row.

It’s as if we (C)al (G)ways (D9)knew,

but I won’t for (Fm)get what I did for love, what I did for (G)love.

(Am)Gone,

love is nev er (Am)gone,

as we trav el (Em)on,

love’s what we’ll re (D)mem ber.

(CN.C.)Kiss to day good (C)bye,

and point me t’ward to (Dm7)mor row.

Wish me luck, the (C)same (G)to (Am)you.

Won’t for (F)get, can’t re (C)gret, what I (Dm7)did (G7)for (C)love.

What I did for (C)love.

What I did for (C)love.

What I Did For Love by Marvin Hamlisch — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “What I Did For Love” by Marvin Hamlisch 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 120 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 "What I Did For Love" 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 "What I Did For Love"?: 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 Marvin Hamlisch songs work for kids?: Try "One", "One", "What I Did For Love (from 'A Chorus Line')". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.