I Knew I Loved You

by Savage Garden

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May be it’s (Bm7)in tu i tion,

but some things you (Bm7)just don’t ques tion.

Like, in your eyes, I see my (Bm7)fu ture in an (A)in stant.

And there it goes.

I think I’ve (Bm7)found my best friend.

(E)I know that it might sound more than a lit tle cra zy, but I be lieve

(CN.C.)I knew I loved you be fore I met you.

(E)I think I dreamed you in to life.

(E)I knew I loved you be fore I met you.

(E)I have been wait ing all my life.

There’s just no (Bm7)rhyme or rea son,

but on ly this (Bm7)sense of com tion.

And in your eyes, I see the (Bm7)miss ing in an (A)piec es

I’m search ing for.

I think I’ve (Bm7)found my way home.

(E)I know that it might sound more than a lit tle cra zy, but I be lieve

(CN.C.)I knew I loved you be fore I met you.

(E)I think I dreamed you in to life.

(E)I knew I loved you be fore I met you.

(E)I have been wait ing all my life.

(C#m7)Ooh,

ah.

(A thou sand (E)an gels dance a Ooh, you.)

ah.

(I am com plete now that I’ve you.)

(CN.C.)I knew I loved you be fore I met you.

(F)I think I dreamed you in to life.

(F)I knew I loved you be fore I met you.

(F)I have been wait ing all my life.

(F)I knew I loved you be fore I met you.

(F)I think I dreamed you in to life.

(F)I knew I loved you be fore I met you.

(F)I have been wait ing all my life.

(F)I knew I loved

I Knew I Loved You by Savage Garden — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Knew I Loved You by Savage Garden 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 A at 82 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 Knew I Loved You" 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 Knew I Loved You"?
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 Knew I Loved You" use?
Just 12 chords: A, Bb, Bm7, C, C#m7, Cm7, D, E, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Savage Garden songs work for kids?
Try "TO THE MOON AND BACK", "TRULY, MADLY, DEEPLY", "Truly, Madly, Deeply". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.