Believe Me Now

by Steven Curtis Chapman

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I watch (D7)you look ing out a (G)cross the rag ing (Gm)wa ter,

so sure (D7)your on ly hope lies (G)on the oth er (Gm)side.

You hear (D7)the en e my that’s (G)clos ing in a (Gm)round you,

and (F)I

(Bbmaj13)know

that (F)you don’t have the (Gsus2)strength to fight,

but (F)do

(Bbmaj13)you

(Gsus2)have the faith to stand

and be (D)lieve Me now,

be (Asus)lieve Me here?

Re (Bm7)mem ber all the times I’ve told you loud and clear

I am with you,

and I am for (A)you.

So be (D)lieve Me now,

be lieve Me now.

I am (D)the One who waved My hand and split (Gm)the o cean,

I am (D)the One who spoke the words and raised the (Gm)dead.

And I’ve loved (D)you long be fore I (G)set the world in (Gm)mo tion.

(F)I

(Bbmaj7)know

(F)all the fears you’re (G)feel ing now.

But (F)do

(Bbmaj7)you

re (Gsus2)mem ber who I am?

Will you be (D)lieve Me now,

be (A)lieve it’s true.

I (Bm7)nev er have, I nev er will a (A)ban don you.

And the God that I have (A)al ways been I (Bm)will for ev er (C)be.

So be (D)lieve Me now.

I am (G5)the God who nev er wastes a sin (C)gle hurt that you en dure.

My words (G5)are true and all My (Bbmaj7)prom is es are (C)sure.

So be (D)lieve Me now.

Oh, be (Bbmaj7)lieve Me now.

So be (D)lieve Me now,

be (A)lieve Me here.

Re (Bm7)mem ber all the times I’ve told you loud and clear

I am with you,

and I am for (A)you.

So be (D)lieve Me now,

be (A)lieve it’s true.

I (Bm7)nev er have, I nev er will a (A)ban don you.

And the God that I have (A)al ways been I (Bm)will for ev er (C)be.

So be (D)lieve Me now,

be lieve Me now,

be lieve Me now.

Believe Me Now by Steven Curtis Chapman — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Believe Me Now” by Steven Curtis Chapman 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 D at 72 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 "Believe Me Now" 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 "Believe Me Now"?
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 "Believe Me Now" use?
Just 16 chords: A, Asus4, Bbmaj, Bbmaj7, Bm, Bm7, C, D, +8 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Steven Curtis Chapman songs work for kids?
Try "MAGNIFICENT OBSESSION", "HOW DO I LOVE HER", "I'M GONNA BE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.