Is it too dramatic to say music exists because of love?
Maybe—but consider this: love is one of the most universal and timeless themes in music. According to a study on the psychology of music, researchers found that since the 1960s, a whopping 67% of song lyrics have been about love. The remaining lyrics? A mix of themes like socializing, money, and heartbreak—many of which are still fueled by love in one way or another.
Whether you're head over heels, mending a broken heart, or simply in a reflective mood, there's a love song in every genre to match your feelings. And with Valentine's Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to channel those emotions into music.
If you’re a beginner on the piano, you’re in luck! We’ve rounded up five love songs that are both iconic and surprisingly easy to learn. Ready to dive in? Let’s get to the feels and the keys.
If you're looking for guitar, see this post instead. Or check out a few easy love songs for ukulele here.
5 Easy Piano Love Songs
- Someone Like You by Adele
- Stay by Rihanna
- All of Me by John Legend
- Can't Help Falling in Love by Elvis
- A Thousand Years by Christina Perri
You'll notice we've included links to the sheet music for these songs. We are not affiliates and do not receive a commission for sales from these links (the Youtube creator will!). We have included these because, as you can see, these videos are just the notes. To move your practice forward we highly suggest you take a peak at the written music and begin to familiarize yourself with reading notes on the staff and clefs. If you're looking to get started with learning piano, check out some of the Noisy Clan products below to get you playing.
Play Along
Someone Like You
Stay
All of Me
Can't Help Falling in Love
With the volume of love songs throughout the decades, there were MANY that could have made this list. Do you have a favourite easy love song for beginners? Favourite songs about heartbreak? Let us know. We'd love to hear your thoughts!