Without You

by Harry Nilsson

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Lyrics

No, I can’t for get this eve ning or your (G#m)face as you were leav ing, but I (F#m)guess that’s just the way the sto ry (G#sus4)goes.

You al ways (C#m)smile, but in your eyes your sor row (F#)shows.

Yes, it (E)shows.

No, I (E)can’t for get to mor row when I (G#m)think of all my sor row, when I (F#m)had you there, but then I let you (G#sus4)go.

And now it’s (C#m)on ly fair that (C#m)I should let you (F#)know

what you should (E)know.

I can’t (E)live

if (C#m)liv ing is with out you.

I can’t (F#m)live,

I can’t (F#m)give an y more.

I can’t (E)live

if (C#m)liv ing is with out you.

I can’t (F#m)give,

I can’t (F#m)give an y more.

Well, I

I can’t (E)live

if (C#m)liv ing is with out you.

I can’t (F#m)live,

I can’t (F#m)give an y more.

I can’t (E)live

if (C#m)liv ing is with out you.

I can’t (F#m)live,

I can’t (F#m)give an y more.

I can’t (E)live.

Without You by Harry Nilsson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Without You” by Harry Nilsson 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 E at 120 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.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Without 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 "Without 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.