I Believe

by Christina Perri

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I be lieve if I knew where I was go (Bm)ing, I’d (F#m)lose

my

way.

And I be lieve that the words that he told (Bm)you are (F#m)not

your

grave.

I know that

we are (Bm)not

the weight of all our mem o ries.

I be lieve in the things

that I (Bm)am a (F#m)fraid

to

say.

(C#m)Hold

on,

(C#m)hold

on.

I be lieve in the lost where pos si bil (Bm)i ties (F#m)you

can

see.

And I be lieve that the dark ness re minds (Bm)us where (F#m)light

can

be.

I know that

your heart (Bm)is

still beat ing, beat ing, dar o ling.

I be lieve that you fell

so you (Bm)would land (F#m)fraid

to

say.

(C#m)Hold

on,

(C#m)hold

on.

(F#m)next

to

me.

’Cause I have been

where

you are

be fore.

And (E)I have felt

the pain

of los

ing who you are.

And (E)I have died

so man y times,

but (A)I (E)am (F#m)still (E)a (B)live.

I be lieve that to mor row is strong (Bm)er than (F#m)yes

ter

day.

And I be lieve that your head is the on (Bm)ly thing (F#m)in

your

way.

I wish that

you could (Bm)see

your scars

turn in

to beau ty.

I be lieve that to day it’s o kay (Bm)to be (F#m)not

o

kay.

(C#m)Hold

on,

(C#m7)hold

on.

’Cause I have been (B)live.

This is

not the end (Bm)of me,

this is the be gin ning.

This is

not the end (Bm)of me,

this is the be gin ning.

gin ning.

(Hold

(A)on.) This is

not the end (Bm)of me,

this is the be gin ning.

(Hold

(A)on.) This is

not the end (Bm)of me,

this is the be gin ning.

(Hold

gin ning.

(Hold

on.) This am

(Bm)still the end a of live.)

this is the be gin ning.

(Hold

(A)(I This am

(Bm)still the end a of live.)

this is the be gin ning.

(Hold

this is the be gin ning.

I Believe by Christina Perri β€” Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows β€œI Believe” by Christina Perri in our color-coded kid songbook view β€” 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 A at 74 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement β€” 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 β€” 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 Believe" good for a child learning piano?
Yes β€” 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 Believe"?
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 β€” 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 β€” 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 Believe" use?
Just 12 chords: A, B, Bm, Bm7, C, C#m, C#m7, D, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Christina Perri songs work for kids?
Try "A THOUSAND YEARS", "HUMAN", "Jar of Hearts". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.