Dream

by Priscilla Ahn

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(D5)I was a lit tle girl, a lone in my lit tle world, who (Bm7)dreamed of a lit tle home for (G)me.

I (D5)played pre tend be tween the trees and fed my house guests lent bark and leaves and laughed a in my pret ty bed of (G)green.

I had a (D5)dream

that I could fly

from the (G)high est swing.

I had a (D5)dream.

(D5)Long walks a in the dark through woods grown be hind the park, I (Bm7)asked God a who I’m s’posed to (G)be.

The (D5)stars pre smiled be down on me.

God an swered in si lent rev er ie.

I said a prayer and pret ty fell a (G)sleep.

I had a (D5)dream

that I could fly

from the (G)high est tree.

I had a (D5)dream.

(D5)Ooh,

(A)ooh.

(Bm7)Ooh,

ooh.

(D5)Ooh,

(A)ooh.

(Bm7)Ooh,

ooh.

(D5)Now I’m old and feel ing gray.

I don’t know what’s left to say a (Bm7)bout this life I’m

will ing to (G)leave.

I (D5)lived it full and I lived it well.

There’s man y tales I’ve lived to tell.

I’m read y now,

I’m read y now,

I’m read y now

to (Bm7)fly

from the (G)high est wing.

I had a (D5)dream.

Dream by Priscilla Ahn — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Dream” by Priscilla Ahn 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 90 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.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great way to lock in your left-hand oompah pattern — that steady bass-note-then-chord rocking motion that gives ballads their gentle pulse. At 90 BPM in the key of D, you have plenty of breathing room, so focus on keeping that left hand relaxed and even before adding the melody. Your five chords sit nicely under the fingers, but watch the shift into Bm7 and F#m — those minor shapes require a quick hand position change, so loop those transitions slowly until they feel automatic. The Dped sections anchor your left hand on a repeated D bass while chords move above it; resist the urge to glance down, and trust the feel of that fixed bass note. Practice hands separately for two or three passes, then combine at half tempo. Once it clicks, this song will make pedal-point bass feel like second nature for every ballad you play next.

Frequently asked questions

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 "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 "Dream" use?
Just 5 chords: A, Bm7, Dped, F#m, G. Take it one section at a time.