Beautiful

by Jim Brickman

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From the mo ment I saw you,

from the mo ment I looked in to your eyes, there was some thing a bout you.

I knew

I knew

that you were once in a life time,

a treas ure near im pos si ble to find, and I know how luck y find I Cin am (F7sus)el to of have (F)you.

’Cause I’ve seen the mir a cle of (Fsus)snow on Christ mas Day,

the mag ic of love’s first kiss that takes your breath a way,

and un der neath the mis tle toe (Gm)I know (F)dreams come (C9)true,

’cause I’ve (Cm7)nev er seen (Bb)an y (Ebmaj7)thing

as (Eb)beau ti ful as

you.

Hold ing you ment in my arms,

no one els ment e’s fit so per fect ly.

I could dance thing for ev er with you,

with you.

And at the stroke in of mid night,

a please for give me if I can’t let go, ’cause I nev er dreamed I’d find a Cin der (F7sus)el la of my (F)own.

’Cause I’ve seen the mir a cle of (Fsus)snow on Christ mas Day,

the mag ic of love’s first kiss that takes your breath a way,

and un der neath the mis tle toe (Gm)I know (F)dreams come (C9)true,

’cause I’ve (Cm7)nev er seen (Bb)an y (Ebmaj7)thing

as (Eb)beau ti ful as

you.

you.

La da (F)da da da da da.

(Fsus)Oh,

oh, oh.

I’ve seen the mir a cle of (Gsus)snow on Christ mas Day,

the mag ic of love’s first kiss that (Dm7)takes your breath a way,

and un der neath the mis tle toe (Am)all our (G)dreams come (D9)true.

You’re my (Dm7)pre cious gift, my (C)Christ mas wish,

oh,

(G7)and I’ve (C)nev er seen (Am7)an y thing

as beau ti ful as

you.

From the mo ment I saw you,

from the mo ment I looked in to your (Csus2)eyes.

Beautiful by Jim Brickman — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Beautiful by Jim Brickman 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 Eb at 68 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 "Beautiful" 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 "Beautiful"?
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 "Beautiful" use?
Just 32 chords: Am, Am7, Bb, Bbmaj9, Bbsus2, C, C9, Cm7, +24 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Jim Brickman songs work for kids?
Try "THE GIFT", "Love Of My Life". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.