If Ever You're In My Arms Again

by Peabo Bryson

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It (D)all came so eas y, all the lov in’ you gave me, the (G)feel ings we shared.

And I (D)still can re mem ber how your touch was so ten der.

It (G)told me you cared.

We had a once in a life

(F6)time, but I (Am)just could n’t see it till un (C)til it was (G)gone.

A sec ond once in a life

(F6)time may be (Dm)too much to (Am)ask.

But I (C)swear from now (G)on

if (D)ev er you’re (G)in my (A)arms a gain, this time I’ll love you much bet (A)ter.

If (D)ev er you’re (G)in my (A)arms a gain, this time I’ll hold you for ev er.

(G)This time we’ll nev (A)er (D)end.

(D)Ooh.

Now (D)I’m see in’ clear ly how I still need you near me.

I (G)still love you so.

There’s I (D)some thing be tween us that your won’t ev er leave us.

There’s (G)no let ting go.

We had a once in a life

(F6)time, but I (Am)just did n’t know it till my (C)life fell a (G)part.

A sec ond once in a life

(F6)time is n’t (Dm)too much to (Am)ask.

’Cause I (C)swear from the (G)heart

if (D)ev er you’re (G)in my (A)arms a gain, this time I’ll love you much bet (A)ter.

If (D)ev er you’re (G)in my (A)arms a gain, this time I’ll hold you for ev er.

(G)This time we’ll nev (A)er (D)end.

(D)Ooh.

Now (G)This time we’ll nev (A)er end,

nev er end.

The (G)best of ro manc es de (D)serve sec ond chanc es.

I’ll (Em7)get to you some how.

’Cause (G)I prom ise now.

(E)end.

If ev er you’re (A)in my (B)arms a gain, this time I’ll love you much (A)bet (B)ter.

If (E)ev er you’re (A)in my (B)arms a gain, this time I’ll hold you for ev er.

(A)This time we’ll nev (B)er (E)end.

If ev er you’re (A)in my (B)arms a gain, this time I’ll love you much (A)bet (B)ter.

If (E)ev er you’re (A)in my (B)arms a gain, this time I’ll hold you for ev er.

(A)This time we’ll nev (B)er (E)end.

If Ever You're In My Arms Again by Peabo Bryson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “If Ever You're In My Arms Again” by Peabo Bryson 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 D at 90 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 "If Ever You're In My Arms Again" 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 "If Ever You're In My Arms Again"?
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.