Just A Dream

by Nelly

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Uhh, uhh, uhh, I was think in’ ’bout (Dm)her, think in’ ’bout me.

Think in’ ’bout (Bbsus2)us and what we gon’ be.

O pened my (F)eyes, yeah, it was on ly just a dream.

So I trav eled (Dm)back down that road.

Will she come (Bbsus2)back?

No one knows.

I re al (F)ize, yeah, it was on ly just a dream.

(Dm)I was at the top and now it’s like I’m in the base ment.

(Bbsus2)Num ber one spot, now she found her a re place ment.

I swear now, I can’t take it know ing some bod y’s got my ba by.

And now you ain’t a round, ba by, I can’t (Bbsus2)think.

I should a put it down, should a got that (F)ring.

’Cause I can still feel it in the air, (C)see her pret ty face, run my fin gers through her hair.

My (Dm)lov er, my life.

My (Bbsus2)short y, my wife.

She (F)left me, I’m tight ’cause I (C)knew that it just ain’t right.

I was think in’ ’bout (Dm)her, think in’ ’bout me.

Think in’ ’bout (Bbsus2)us and what we gon’ be.

O pened my (F)eyes, yeah, it was on ly just a dream.

So I trav eled (Dm)back down that road.

Will she come (Bbsus2)back?

No one knows.

I re al (F)ize, yeah, it was on ly just a dream.

When I be (Dm)rid in’, man, I swear I see her face at ev ’ry turn.

(Bbsus2)Try’n’ to get my Ush er on, but I can’t let it burn.

And (F)I just hope she know that she the on ly one I yearn (C)for.

More and more I miss her.

When will I learn?

Did n’t (Dm)give her all my love, I guess now I got my pay back.

(Bbsus2)Now I’m in the club think in’ all a bout my ba by.

Hey, she was so eas y to love.

But wait, I guess that love was n’t e nough.

I’m go in’ through it ev ’ry time that I’m a lone; and now I’m miss in’, wish in’ she’d pick up the phone.

But (F)she made the de ci sion that she want ed to move on ’cause I was wrong.

And I was think in’ ’bout (F5)ize, yeah, it was on ly just a dream.

If you (Dm)ev er loved some bod y, put your hands up.

If you (Bbsus2)ev er loved some bod y, put your hands up.

And now they’re (F)gone and you’re wish in’ you could give them ev ’ry thing, ev ’ry thing.

Said, if you (Dm)ev er loved some bod y, put your hands up.

If you (Bbsus2)ev er loved some bod y, put your hands up.

And now they’re (F)gone and you’re wish in’ you could give them ev ’ry thing, ev ’ry thing.

Said, if you (F)gone and you’re wish in’ you could give them ev Uhh, thing.

uhh, uhh, I was think in’ ’bout (Dm)her, think in’ ’bout me.

Think in’ ’bout (Bbsus2)us and what we gon’ be.

O pened my (F)eyes, yeah, it was on ly just a dream.

So I trav eled (Dm)back down that road.

Will she come (Bbsus2)back?

No one knows.

I re al (F)ize, yeah, it was on ly just a dream.

uhh, uhh, I was think in’ ’bout (Dm)her, think in’ ’bout me.

Think in’ ’bout (Bbsus2)us and what we gon’ be.

O pened my (F)eyes, yeah, it was on ly just a dream.

So I trav eled (Dm)back down that road.

Will she come (Bbsus2)back?

No one knows.

I re al (F)ize, yeah, it was on ly just a dream.

uhh, uhh, I was think in’ ’bout (F)ize, yeah, it was on ly just a dream.

Just A Dream by Nelly — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Just A Dream by Nelly 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 G at 90 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 "Just A 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 "Just A 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 "Just A Dream" use?
Just 7 chords: Bbsus2, C, Cpow, Dm, F, Fpow, Fsus4. Take it one section at a time.
What other Nelly songs work for kids?
Try "HOT IN HERRE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.