Footprints

by Molly Kate Kestner
Loading song
Fetching song
1
Play in Kid Mode

Other arrangements of Footprints

Pick a learning view.

Lyrics

(Bb)Mom and Dad told me,

when you were on the way,

they would n’t love me

an y less.

Well, (Bb)I did n’t be lieve them;

I thought you’d take my place.

I did n’t know a best friend’s what I’d (Eb)get.

(F)Through the years, I’d make mis takes so (Eb)you would n’t have to make ’em.

(F)I took chanc es ev ’ry day so (Eb)you’d know when to take ’em.

You can fol low my foot prints,

but you don’t have to (Eb)fill my shoes.

It’s just a (Gm)path for you to fol low if you so choose.

You can take the road less trav eled;

yeah, I’d prob ’ly (Eb)do that, too.

But if you’re (Gm)lost and feel ing bro ken through and through,

you can fol low the foot prints

I left for you.

I (Bb)know it was n’t eas y,

learn ing how to share.

But (Gm)now we get to share the mem o (Eb)ries.

And (Bb)all the times we ar gued, swore we’d (Eb)nev er speak a gain,

know deep down that I loved you e ven then.

(F)Through the years, I’d make mis takes so (Eb)you would n’t have to make ’em.

(F)I took chanc es ev ’ry day so (Eb)you’d know when to take ’em.

You can fol low my foot prints

I left for you.

Whoa, (Gm)oh,

oh, (Ebmaj7)oh.

Whoa, (Gm)oh,

(F)oh, oh.

And (F)if one day you run right past me (Eb)chas ing down your dreams,

I (F)hope that I can look a head and you’ll (Eb)turn and say to me:

You can fol low my foot prints,

but you don’t have to (Ebsus2)fill my shoes.

It’s just a (Gm)path for you to fol low if you so choose.

You can take the road less trav eled; yeah, I’d prob ’ly (Ebsus2)do that, too.

But if you’re (Gm)lost and feel ing (Dm)bro ken down and bruised,

you can fol low the foot prints

I left for you.

You can fol low my foot prints

I left for you.

Footprints — Piano Lead Sheet

2 people have learned this song

"Footprints" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of Eb, 70 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Footprints

Where are the chord symbols for "Footprints" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Footprints" is in Eb.
What key is "Footprints" by Molly Kate Kestner played in?
Footprints is arranged in the key of Eb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Footprints"?
The arrangement plays at 70 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Footprints" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "Footprints"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Footprints"?
"Footprints" was originally performed by Molly Kate Kestner. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Footprints"?
This arrangement uses 8 chords: Bb, Dm, Eb, Eb6, Ebmaj7, Ebsus2, F, Gm.
What other songs by Molly Kate Kestner can I play here?
Try "His Daughter". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Footprints" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Footprints" is in the key of Eb at 70 BPM.
What chords are in "Footprints"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of Eb, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.

More songs you might like