Do You Believe In Magic

by Lovin' Spoonful

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Do you be (F)lieve in mag ic in a (F)young girl’s heart, how the (C)mu sic can free her when (F)ev er it starts?

And it’s (C)mag ic if the (F)mu sic is groov y, it (C)makes you feel hap py like an (F)old time mov ie.

I’ll (Dm7)tell you ’bout the (Em7)mag ic and a (F)free your (Em7)soul, but it’s like (F)try in’ to tell a stran ger ’bout a rock and roll.

If you be lieve in mag ic, don’t a (F)both er to choose if it’s (C)jug band til mu sic till or (F)rhy thm and blues, just go and (C)lis ten, it ’ll (F)start with a smile that won’t (C)wipe off your face no mat ter (F)how hard you try.

Your (Dm7)feet start (Em7)tap pin’ and you (F)can’t seem to (Em7)find how you (F)got there.

So, just blow your (C)mind.

If you be (F)lieve in mag ic, come a (F)long with to me, we’ll it’s (C)dance un til morn ing till there’s (F)just you and me.

just And and (C)may be if the (F)mu sic is right, I’ll won’t (C)meet you to mor row sort of (F)late hard at night.

And (Dm7)we’ll go (Em7)danc in’, ba by, (F)then seem you’ll (Em7)see how the (F)got there.

So, just blow your (C)mind.

If you be (F)lieve in mag (F)mag ic’s in the mu sic and the mu sic’s in (C)me, (Dm7)yeah!

Do (F)you be lieve like I be lieve?

Do (C)you be lieve like I be lieve?

Do (F)you be lieve like I be lieve?

Do (C)you be lieve like I be lieve?

Do (C)you be lieve?

Do You Believe In Magic by Lovin' Spoonful — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Do You Believe In Magic” by Lovin' Spoonful 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 130 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 "Do You Believe In Magic" 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 "Do You Believe In Magic"?
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 "Do You Believe In Magic" use?
Just 5 chords: C, Dm7, Em7, F, G9. Take it one section at a time.