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If I Can Dream

· by Elvis Presley

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There must be (Eb)lights burn in’ (Cm)bright er (Ab)some where.

Got to be (Eb)birds fly in’ (Cm)high er in a (Ab)sky more (Bb7)blue.

If I can (Eb)dream of a (Eb7)bet ter land where (Ab)all my broth ers work (G)hand in (Cm7)hand, tell me (Eb)why, oh (Cm7)why, oh (Ab)why (Fm7)can’t my (Gm7)dream (Cm7)come (Fm7)true?

Oh (Ab)why?

(Ab)There must be (Eb)peace and un der (Cm)stand ing (Ab)some time,

strong winds of (Eb)prom ise that will (Cm7)blow a way the (Ab)doubt and fear.

If I can (Eb)dream of a (Eb7)warm er sun where (Cm7)hope keeps shin in’ on ev er y one, tell me (Cm7)why, oh why, oh (Fm7)why won’t that sun ap (Ab7)pear?

We’re lost in a (Adim7)cloud

with too much rain.

We’re trapped in a (Adim7)world

that’s trou bled with pain.

But as long as a (A)man has the (Eb)strength (Bdim7)to dream, he can re (F9)deem his soul and (Ab)fly.

He can (C9)fly,

he can (Bb)fly.

Out there in the (F)dark

there’s a beck on ing (Bdim7)can dle.

And while I can (F)think!

While I can (Dm7)talk!

While I can (F)stand!

While I can (Dm7)walk!

If I can (Bbmaj7)dream,

if I can (Dm7)dream!

Won’t you please tell me (A)why?

If I can (Bbmaj7)dream,

if I can (Dm7)dream!

I’ll make my (Dm7)dreams come (Bbmaj9)true

right (F)now!

Right

(F)now!

If I Can Dream by Elvis Presley — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “If I Can Dream” by Elvis Presley 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 Ab at 120 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 I Can Dream" 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 I Can Dream"?: 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 "If I Can Dream" use?: Just 24 chords: A7, Ab, Ab7, Adim7, Am7, Bb, Bb7, Bbmaj7, +16 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Elvis Presley songs work for kids?: Try "C'MON EVERYBODY", "A LITTLE LESS CONVERSATION", "BURNING LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.