I Am My Own Invention

by Frank Wildhorn

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(Bb)Noth ing can ex ist till you dream it first; (E)ev ’ry one knows this.

(Bb)Then it will ar rive, new and un re hearsed, (E)viv id as a kiss.

(Ebmaj7)Dream ers and chil dren can (Bb)con jure things eas i ly, (Db)things their eyes, though they’re closed, can (C)see.

(Bb)Not the way things are, but how they should be; (E)this is what is true.

(Bb)Wish up on a star, close your eyes and see (E)all that you can do.

(Ebmaj7)Try

to re mem ber the (Bb)con jure things eas i ly, (Db)things their eyes,

though they’re closed, can (C)see.

(Bb)way you were when you were her, the (Cm7)lit tle girl that’s there in side of (F7sus4)you.

(Bb)I am my (F)own

in (Cm7)ven tion,

(Bb)meet ing each (F)day

a (Fm7)new.

(Eb)Can you i (Ebm)mag ine

(Bb)be ing

(Cm7)your own in (Eb)ven

tion (Bb)too?

(Bb)Dreams will al ways start with a hap py end (E)wait ing to come true.

So long a (Bb)Lu cid as a heart, wel come as a friend, (E)gos sa mer and new.

Help me so (Ebmaj7)I can re mem ber

(Bb)dreams to share with dreams to spare, i (C)mag in ing a dream er just like (F7sus4)you.

(B)I am my (F#)own

in (C#m7)ven tion.

(B)Fi nal ly (F#)I

can (F#m7)see.

(E)I am my own

in (B)ven tion.

my own

To (C#m7)mor row can’t (B)be

(C#m7)all it should (B)be

(C#m7)till I’ve in (G)vent

(Gmaj7)ed

(B)me.

I Am My Own Invention by Frank Wildhorn — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Am My Own Invention by Frank Wildhorn 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 Eb at 100 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "I Am My Own Invention" 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 "I Am My Own Invention"?
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 "I Am My Own Invention" use?
Just 24 chords: A, Ab, B, Bb, Bb7, Bbm, C#m7, Cm7, +16 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Frank Wildhorn songs work for kids?
Try "Once More I Can See", "One Knight", "Finding Wonderland". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.