Dreams

by Fleetwood Mac

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Lyrics

Now, here you go a gain.

You say you want your free dom.

Well, who am I to keep you down?

It’s on ly right that you should (F)play the way you feel it.

But (F)lis ten care ful ly you’d to the sound

of your lone li ness, like a (F)heart beat, drives you mad,

in the still ness of re mem (G)ber ing what you had

and what you lost

and what you had

and what you lost.

Oh, (Fmaj7)thun der on ly hap pens when it’s rain ing.

(Fmaj7)Play ers on ly love you when they’re play ing.

Say, (Fmaj7)wom en, they will come and they will go.

(Fmaj7)When the rain wash es you clean, you’ll (Fmaj7)know.

You’ll (Fmaj7)know.

You’ll (Fmaj7)know.

You will (Fmaj7)know.

Oh,

you’ll know.

Dreams by Fleetwood Mac — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Dreams by Fleetwood Mac 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 115 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 "Dreams" 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 "Dreams"?
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 "Dreams" use?
Just 5 chords: Am, F, Fmaj7, G, G6. Take it one section at a time.
What other Fleetwood Mac songs work for kids?
Try "SEVEN WONDERS", "LANDSLIDE", "LANDSLIDE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.