You're All I Need To Get By

by Michael McDonald

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Like a sweet gle pro morn ing dew, I took one look at you and it was plain to see you were y my y des to try ti ny.

move me.

With arms o you pen wide I threw a way my pride.

I’ll sac ri fice for you, but to ded er i cate can o my life to you.

(A)I will go what’s where you lead, (A)al ways there in times a lit of need.

er.

I (B7)Then when I (B7)lose my will, you’ll of be there to push me up the hill.

There’s (A)no,

no look ing (Bm9)back for us.

tion, (A)We’ve got love: sure (B7)’nough, that’s e (Dm6)nough.

You’re all,

you’re all I (B)need

to get by.

Like an ea gle pro tects his nest, for you I’ll do my best, stand by you like a tree, dare an y bod y des to try ti and move me.

Dar ling, in you I found strength where I was torn down.

Don’t know ri what’s in store, but to geth er we cate can o pen an y door.

(A)Just to do what’s good for you (A)and in spire in you a lit tle high er.

I (B7)know you can (B7)make a man out of a soul that did n’t have a goal, ’cause (A)we,

we got the (Bm9)right foun da tion, (A)We’ve got love: sure (B7)’nough, that’s e (Dm6)nough.

You’re all,

you’re all I (B)need

to get by.

(A)and with love and de ter mi (Dm6)na tion you’re all, you’re all I want to strive for and try a lit tle more for.

Oh, all the joy un der the sun wrapped up in to one.

You’re all, you’re all I (B)need.

You’re all I (B)need.

(You’re all I (E7sus)need)

to get by.

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You're All I Need To Get By by Michael McDonald — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “You're All I Need To Get By” by Michael McDonald 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 A at 92 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 "You're All I Need To Get By" 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're All I Need To Get By"?
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.