Here I Am

by David Yazbek

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Lyrics

(F)I’ve been kind of (F)miss ing Mom and (D)Dad dy, But (Gm7)sort of in a (Gm7)spin since Cin cin (Gm7)nat (C7)i.

The (F)morn ing flight, a (F7)ma jor bore.

But (Bdim7)then don they o pen the cab in door, and (F)may zoot a lors!

(CN.C.)Here I am!

(C7)Lord (F)knows I had the (F)will and the re (D)sourc es.

But (Gm7)Mom and Dad kept (Gm7)say ing, “Hold your (Gm7)hors (C7)es.” I (F)guess those po nies (F7)could n’t wait.

But (Bdim7)Par don me folks, but they’ve left the gate.

I (F)may be late, but (CN.C.)here I am!

(C7)Lord

Ah, the (Gm7)way to be, to (Eb7)me, is French.

The (Fm)way they c’est la (Db7)vie is French.

So (Gb)here I am Beau mont Sur Mer, a (Gm7)big two weeks on the (C)Riv i er a.

(F)If I’m on ly (F)dream ing, please don’t (D)wake me.

’cause (Gm7)Let the sum mer (Gm7)sun and breez es (Gm7)take me.

(C)Ex (F)cuse me if I (F7)seem je june, I (Bb)prom ise I’ll find my (Bdim7)mar bles soon.

But (F)ev ’ry where I (Db7)look, (F)it’s like a scene from a (Gb7)book.

(F)O pen the (CN.C.)book and here I am!

I mean the (Bb)face it, je suis (Bdim7)i ci, folks.

Ex (F)cu sez moi if I (Db7)spout, I’m (F)let ting my je sais quoi (Gb7)out.

I’m (F)sor ry to shout, but (CN.C.)here I (F)am!

Here I Am by David Yazbek — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Here I Am” by David Yazbek 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 120 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 "Here I Am" 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 "Here I Am"?
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.