I'll Be There

by Mariah Carey

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Lyrics

You and I must (C)make a pact.

We must bring sal (Am)va tion back.

Where there is (Bb)love,

I’ll be there.

(I’ll be there.)

I’ll reach out to pro tect hand you to you,

with an I’ll un have faith self ish love all that re spects do.

you.

(Gm7)Just call my (Bb)name

and I’ll be there.

(I’ll be there.)

I’ll be there to com fort you,

build my world of dreams a round you.

I’m so glad I found you.

I’ll be there with a love (Eb)so strong.

I’ll be your strength,

you know I’ll keep hold ing on.

Let me fill your heart with joy and laugh ter.

To geth er (Dm)ness,

well, it’s all I’m af ter.

(Gm7)Just call my (Bb)name

and I’ll be there.

(I’ll be there.)

hold ing on.

If you should ev er find (C)some one new,

I know she’d (Dm)bet ter be (Am7)good to you,

(Gm7)’cause if she does n’t,

then I’ll be there.

(I’ll be there.) Don’t you know, ba by.

I’ll be there,

(Dm)I’ll be there.

(Gm7)Just call my (Bb)name

and I’ll be there.

I’ll be there,

(Dm)I’ll be there.

(Gm7)Just call my (Bb)name

and I’ll be there.

(Gm7)Just call my name

and I’ll be there.

I'll Be There by Mariah Carey — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I'll Be There by Mariah Carey 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 80 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 "I'll Be There" 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'll Be There"?
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'll Be There" use?
Just 11 chords: Ab, Am, Am7, Bb, C, C7, Dm, Eb, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Mariah Carey songs work for kids?
Try "THANK GOD I FOUND YOU", "ALWAYS BE MY BABY", "MY ALL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.