Let's Make Believe We're In Love

· by Dean Pitchford

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Lyrics

I (G)don’t know your (G7)name and (C)you don’t know (D)mine.

That (G)sounds like a (Em7)fine place to (A7)start.

We are (G)stran gers, it (G7)seems, with our (C)own sep ’rate (A)dreams,

but I (D7)feel like I (D)know you by (G)heart.

(C)Look at the moon

slow ly (F)ris in’.

(Dm)Look at those stars

up a (G)bove.

Dar lin’, (C)just for to (C7)night,

un til (F)we get it (D)right,

(Dm7)let’s make be (G)lieve we’re in (F)love.

Im (G)ag ine the (G7)bliss

that (C)comes with one (D)kiss;

im (G)ag ine that (Em7)feel ing won’t (A7)end.

There’ll be (G)no tears at (G7)stake

and no (C)heart’s gon na (A)break

but cuz (D7)it nev er (D)hurts to pre (G)tend.

(C)Look at the moon

slow ly (F)ris in’.

(Dm)Look at those stars

up a (G)bove.

Let’s be (C)gin with hel (C7)lo,

then we’ll (F)see where things (D)go.

(Dm7)Let’s make be (G)lieve we’re in (F)love.

Im love.

It may (C)not yet be (C7)true, but let’s (F)see what we can (D)do.

(Dm7)Let’s make be (G)lieve we’re in (F)love.

Let's Make Believe We're In Love by Dean Pitchford — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Let's Make Believe We're In Love” by Dean Pitchford 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 100 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 "Let's Make Believe We're In Love" 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 "Let's Make Believe We're In Love"?: 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.
What other Dean Pitchford songs work for kids?: Try "LEARNING TO BE SILENT", "MAMA SAYS", "HEAVEN HELP ME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.