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If I Could Be Where You Are

· by Enya

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Lyrics

(Bb)Where are

you this (F)mo ment?

I (Bb)On ly

in my (F)dreams.

You’re keep (Bb)miss ing,

but you’re (F)al ways

a (Dm)heart beat

from (C)me.

part.

(Bb)I’m lost

now with (F)out you.

I (Bb)don’t know

where you (F)are.

I keep (Bb)watch ing,

I keep (F)hop ing,

but (Dm)time keeps

us (C)a part.

(F)Is there a (Bb)way I

can (F)find you?

Is there a (Bb)sign I

should (F)know?

Is there a (Bb)road I

could (F)fol low

to (G)bring you

back (Csus)home?

(Bb)Win ter

lies be (F)fore me;

now (Bb)you’re so

far a (F)way.

In the (Bb)dark ness

of my (F)dream ing.

the (Dm)light of

you will (C)stay.

(F)If I could (Bb)be close

be (F)side you,

if I could (Bb)be where

you (F)are,

if I could (Bb)reach out

and (F)touch you

and (G)bring you

back (Csus)home.

(F)Is there a (Bb)way I

can (F)find you?

Is there a (Bb)sign I

should (F)know?

Is there a (Bb)road I

could (F)fol low

to (G)bring you

back (Csus)home.

(F)Is there a (Csus)home

to

me?

If I Could Be Where You Are by Enya — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “If I Could Be Where You Are” by Enya 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 Bb at 60 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

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 Could Be Where You Are" 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 Could Be Where You Are"?: 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 Could Be Where You Are" use?: Just 7 chords: Bb, C, Csus4, Dm, F, Fsus4, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Enya songs work for kids?: Try "AMARANTINE", "ONLY TIME", "MAY IT BE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.