You Matter To Me

by Sara Bareilles

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I could find the whole (Dm7)mean ing of life in those (F5)sad

eyes.

They’ve seen things that you (Dm7)nev er quite say, but I

hear.

(Csus)Come out of hid ing, I’m (Dm7)right here be side

you,

and I’ll (Csus)stay there

as (Dm7)long as you’ll

(F5)let me.

Be cause (F)you

mat (Gm)ter

to me.

(Dm7)Sim ple and plain and (Csus)not much to ask from (F5)some bod y.

(F)You

mat (Am)ter

to me,

I (Dm7)prom ise you (Bb)do,

(F)you, you mat ter too.

I (F)prom ise you (Bb)do,

(F)you’ll

(G)see.

You mat ter

to me.

It’s ad dict ive the min ute you let your self

“The (Gsus)things that I say

just might mat ter to (C5)some one.”

(Gsus)All of this time I’ve been (Am7)keep ing my mind on the (C5)run ning a way,

and for the (Gsus)first time,

I (Am7)think I’d

con (C5)sid er the stay.

Be cause (C)you

mat (Dm)ter

to me.

(Am7)Sim ple and plain, and (C)not much to ask from (C)some bod y.

(C)You

mat (Em)ter

to me.

I prom ise you (F)do,

(C)you, you mat ter, too.

I prom ise you (F)do,

(C)you’ll

see.

You mat ter

to me.

And (C)you

mat (Dm)ter

to me.

(Am7)Sim ple and plain, and (C)not much to ask from (C)some bod y.

(C)You

mat (Em)ter

to me.

I prom ise you do, Out of hid ing, I’m (C)right you, here be you side mat ter you, too.

as (Am7)long as you’ll I have prom me.

ise you do, Out of hid ing, I’m (C)right you, here be you side mat ter you.

too.

I prom ise you (F)I do,

(C)do you, you prom mat ise ter you too.

(G)do,

you (Am7)mat ter to I me.

prom ise you (F)do.

(C)You’ll

(Dm7)see,

you mat ter

to me.

You Matter To Me by Sara Bareilles — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “You Matter To Me” by Sara Bareilles 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 Bb at 68 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 Matter To Me" 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 Matter To Me"?
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.