When You Love Someone

· by Bryan Adams

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Lyrics

When you (C)love some one

you’ll do (G)an y thing.

(G7)You’ll do (C)all the cra zy things that you (F)can’t ex plain.

You’ll (C)shoot the moon,

put (F)out the sun

(G)when you (C)love some one.

(G7)You’ll de (Dm)ny the truth,

be (G7)lieve a lie.

You’d There’ll be (C)times that you’ll be lieve you can (F)real ly fly.

But your (Am)lone ly nights

no have (F)just be gun

(G)when you (C)love some one.

When you (G)love some one

you’ll feel it (C)deep in side

and (G)noth in’ else

can ev er (F)change your mind.

When you (Dm)want some one,

when you (F)need some one

when you (G)love some one.

When you

You’ll (C)shoot the moon,

put (F)out the (Gsus)sun

when you (C)love some one.

When You Love Someone by Bryan Adams — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “When You Love Someone” by Bryan Adams 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 90 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 "When You Love Someone" 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 "When You Love Someone"?: 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 Bryan Adams songs work for kids?: Try "PLEASE FORGIVE ME", "Here I Am", "CAN'T STOP THIS THING WE STARTED". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.