For The First Time In Forever

by Kristen Bell & Idina Menzel

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The win dow is o ine pen!

(Bb)So’s that door!

I (Fmaj7)did n’t know they did that (Bb)an y more.

Who (F)knew we owned eight thou sand sal ad (C)plates?

For (Bb)years den I’ve roamed these emp ty halls.

a (Fmaj7)Why have a ball room (Bb)with no balls?

(Dm)Fi nal ly, they’re o p’ning up the (B)gates!

(G7)There’ll be (Em)ac tual real live (Fmaj7)peo ple; is (G)it ’ll be to tal ly (Am)strange.

But, (Eb)wow!

am I so read y for this (Csus)change!

’Cause for the (F)first time in for ev er,

there’ll be (C)mu sic, there’ll be light.

For the (Dm)first time in for ev er, I I’ll be (Eb)danc ing through the (A7)night.

And Don’t (Dm)know if I’m e lat ed or gas sy, but I’m (Bbmaj7)some where in that (G9)zone.

’Cause for the (Fm)first time in for ev er,

I won’t be a (F)lone.

To night, dow im ag ine me (Bb)gown and all, I (Fmaj7)fetch ing ly draped did a (Bb)gainst the wall, the (F)pic ture of so phis ti cat ed (C)grace.

I (Bb)sud den ly see him stand ing there: a (Fmaj7)beau ti ful strang er, (Bb)tall and fair.

(Dm)wan na stuff some choc ’late in my (B)face!

(G7)Then we (Em)laugh and talk all (Fmaj7)eve ning, is (G)to ’ll tal ly tal bi (Am)zarre, But, (Eb)noth ing like the life I’ve led so (Csus)far.

’Cause For the (F)first time in for ev er,

there’ll be (C)mag ic, there’ll be fun.

For the (Dm)first time in for ev er, I could be (Eb)no ticed by some (A7)one.

And I (Dm)know if it is to tal ly cra zy but to (Bbmaj7)dream I’d find ro (G9)mance,

but for the (Fm)first time in for ev er,

at I’ve got a (F)lone.

To (F)chance.

Don’t let them in;

don’t let them see;

be the good girl you al ways (G)have to be.

Con ceal,

don’t feel,

put (C)on a show.

Make (G)one wrong move, and ev ’ry one will (D)know.

But it’s on ly for to (F)day.

(It’s on ly for to day!) It’s ag (G)wait!

(It’s ag o ny to (G7)wait!)

(G#)Tell the guards to o pen up the (E9)gate!

The gate!

For the (G)first time in for ev er, I’m get ting (D)what I’m dream ing (G)of:

a (Em)chance to change my (Bm7)lone ly world, a (F)chance to find true (B7)love.

I (Em)know it all ends to mor row, so it (Cmaj7)has to be to (C#)day.

’Cause for the (G)first time in for ev er,

for the (G)first time (A7)in for ev er,

noth ing’s in my way!

For The First Time In Forever by Kristen Bell & Idina Menzel — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “For The First Time In Forever by Kristen Bell & Idina Menzel 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 Bb at 80 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "For The First Time In Forever" 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 "For The First Time In Forever"?
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.