All I Haveto Do Is Dream

by Everly Brothers

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(Eb)Dream,

(Ab)dream, dream, (Bb)dream,

(Eb)dream,

(Ab)dream, dream, (Bb)dream.

When (Eb)I want (Cm)you

in my (Bb)arms, when (Eb)I want (Cm)you

and all your (Bb)charms, when (Eb)ev er I (Cm)want you (Ab)all I have to (Bb)do is (Eb)dream,

(Ab)dream, dream, (Bb)dream.

When (Eb)I feel (Cm)blue

in the (Bb)night, and (Eb)I need (Cm)you

to hold me (Bb)tight, when (Eb)ev er I (Cm)want you (Ab)all I have to (Bb)do is (Eb)dream,

(Ab)dream, dream, (Bb)dream.

When (Eb)dream.

(Ab)I can make you mine,

(Gm)taste your lips of wine,

(Fm)a ny time,

night or (Eb)day.

(Ab)On ly trou ble is,

(Gm)gee whiz, I’m (F7)dream ing my life a (Fm7)way!

I (Eb)need you (Cm)so

that I could (Bb)die, I (Eb)love you (Cm)so

and that is (Bb)why, when (Eb)ev er I (Cm)want you (Ab)all I have to (Bb)do is (Eb)dream.

(Ab)I can make you mine,

(Gm)taste your lips of wine,

(Fm)a ny time,

night or (Eb)day.

(Ab)On ly trou ble is,

(Gm)gee whiz, I’m (F7)dream ing my life a (Fm7)way!

I (Eb)need you (Cm)so

that I could (Bb)die, I (Eb)love you (Cm)so

and that is (Bb)why, when (Eb)ev er I (Cm)want you (Ab)all I have to (Bb)do is (Eb)dream.

(Eb)dream,

(Ab)dream, dream, (Bb)dream,

(Eb)dream,

(Ab)dream, dream, (Bb)dream,

(Eb)dream.

All I Haveto Do Is Dream by Everly Brothers — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “All I Haveto Do Is Dream” by Everly Brothers 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 Ab at 100 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 "All I Haveto Do Is Dream" 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 "All I Haveto Do Is Dream"?
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.
How many chords does "All I Haveto Do Is Dream" use?
Just 9 chords: Ab, Bb, Cm, Eb, Eb7, F7, Fm, Fm7, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Everly Brothers songs work for kids?
Try "I KISSED YOU", "CATHY'S CLOWN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.