You Don't Have To Let Go

by Jessica Simpson

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Lyrics

I don’t (D)need your

but (Bm)strength an y more all ’cause (G)you’ve (D)made me strong.

But You may (G)not (D)see

the wom an al in me ways that you dreamed (G)of, hold ing me in your arms.

All (A)the days that you gave, all the mo ments you saved me pray ing for my life.

Sac ri ficed just to make me (Bm)who

(G)I (D)am on my own.

(Bm)You

don’t (Dsus2)have to let (A)go.

You don’t (D)say it,

but (Bm)it’s in your eyes, all the (G)fear (D)of good bye.

But I can (G)prom (D)ise

that you’ll an al in me ways have a place

(G)and hold a way

to my heart.

All (A)the days that you gave, all the mo ments you saved me pray ing for my life.

Sac ri ficed just to make me (Bm)who

(G)I

(D)am on my own.

(Bm)You

don’t (Dsus2)have to let (A)go.

You don’t (Bm)You

don’t (D)have to let go.

(D)Ah la la la.

(D)Ah la la la.

(G)I can (D)live

as you live for me and (G)I

can love

be cause you love me.

All the days

that you gave, all the mo ments you saved me pray ing for my life.

Sac ri ficed just to make me

who (G)I

(D)am on my own.

(Bm)You

don’t (D)have to let go.

Ah,

ah.

(Bm)You

don’t (D)have to let go.

You Don't Have To Let Go by Jessica Simpson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “You Don't Have To Let Go by Jessica Simpson 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 D at 100 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 "You Don't Have To Let Go" 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 "You Don't Have To Let Go"?
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.