I'm About To Come Alive

by Train

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(F)I can hear you down stairs (Bbmaj7)cry ing on the phone

(F)tell ing some one that I’m here but you (Bbmaj7)still feel all a lone.

(F)May be we were too young.

Good bye, I’ve got ta go.

I can (F)hear the ba by wak ing up, got to (Bbmaj7)get back to the life I know.

I should have nev er be lieved you.

May be I should just leave you.

May be I’m not but you’re all I’ve got left to be lieve in.

Don’t give up on me, I’m a (Ebsus2)bout to come a live.

And I know that it’s been hard and it’s been a long time com ing.

Don’t give up on me, I’m a (Ebsus2)bout to come a live.

(F)No one thought I was good e nough for you ex cept for you.

Don’t let them be right af ter all that we’ve been through.

(Gm7)Some where o ver that rain bow there’s a place for me.

A place with you.

May be I’m not but you’re all I’ve got left to be lieve in.

Don’t give up on me, I’m a (Ebsus2)bout to come a live.

And I know that it’s been hard and it’s been a long time com ing.

Don’t give up on me, I’m a (Ebsus2)bout to come a live.

In ev ’ry frame up on our wall (Bb)lies a face that’s seen it all.

Ups and downs and then more downs.

We helped each oth er off of the ground.

(Gm)No one knows what we’ve been through.

(Bb)Mak in’ it ain’t mak in’ it (C)with out you.

May be I’m not but you’re all I’ve got (Ebsus2)bout to come a live.

I’m a (Dm7)bout to come a live.

Don’t give up on me, I’m a (Ebsus2)bout to come a live.

Don’t give up on me, I’m a (Ebsus2)bout to come a live.

I'm About To Come Alive by Train — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I'm About To Come Alive by Train 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 100 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'm About To Come Alive" 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'm About To Come Alive"?
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'm About To Come Alive" use?
Just 9 chords: Bb, Bbmaj7, Bbsus2, C, Dm7, Ebsus2, F, Gm, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Train songs work for kids?
Try "BRUISES", "PLAY THAT SONG", "IF IT'S LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.