A Whole New World (From Aladdin)

by Alan Menken

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I can show you the world,

shin ing, shim mer ing, (F)splen

(G)did.

(Dm)Tell me, prin cess, (E7)now (Am)when did (Am)you last (F)let your heart de (C)cide?

(C)I can o pen your eyes,

take you won der by (F)won

(G)der

(Dm)o ver, (E7)side ways, (E7)and (Am)un der (Am)on a (F)mag ic car pet (C)ride.

A whole new (G)world,

a new fan (G)tas tic (G7)point of (C)view.

(C)No one to (F)tell us (C)no or (F)where to (C)go or (Am7)say we’re on ly dream (F)ing.

A whole new (G)world,

a daz zling (G#dim)place I nev er (Am)knew.

(C7)But when I’m (F)way up (C)here it’s (F)crys tal clear that (Am7)now I’m (D7)in a (Bb)whole new (G7sus)world (G7)with (C)you.

(F)Un be liev a ble sights,

in de scrib a ble (Bb)feel

(C)ing.

(Gm)Soar ing, (A7sus)tum bling, (A7)free (Dm)wheel ing (Dm)through an (Bb)end less dia mond (F)sky.

A whole new (C)world,

a hun dred (C)thou sand things to (F)see.

I’m like a (Bb)shoot ing (F)star.

I’ve (Bb)come so (F)far I (Dm7)can’t go (G7sus)back (G7)to (Bb)where I used to (C)be.

Ev ’ry turn a sur (F)prise.

Ev ’ry (C#dim7)mo ment red (Dm)let ter.

(F7)I’ll chase them (Bb)an y (F)where.

There’s (Bb)time to (F)spare.

Let me share this whole new world with you.

A whole new (Bb)world, A whole new (F)world, that’s where we’ll (Gm7)be.

that’s where we’ll (F)be.

A thrill ing (Bb)chase A won d’rous (C7sus)place for you and (F)me.

A Whole New World (From Aladdin) by Alan Menken — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “A Whole New World (From Aladdin) by Alan Menken 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 C at 84 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 "A Whole New World (From Aladdin)" 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 "A Whole New World (From Aladdin)"?
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.
What other Alan Menken songs work for kids?
Try "A GUY LIKE YOU", "I SEE THE LIGHT", "ARABIAN NIGHTS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.