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Mama

· by Il Divo

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Lyrics

Ma ma, thank you for who I (F)am.

Thank you for all the (C7)things I’m not.

For give me for the (Dm)words un (Bb)said

and for the (F)times

I for got.

Ma ma, re (C)mem ber all (F)my life.

You showed me love, you (C7)sac ri (C)ficed.

Think of those young and ear ly (Bb)days,

how I’ve (F)changed

a long the (Gm)way,

a long the (Csus)way.

And I (Dm)know you be lieved

and I (Am)know you had dreams,

and I’m (Dm)sor ry it took all this (Am)time to see

that I (Bb)am where I am

be (F)cause of your truth.

And I (Gm)miss you,

yeah, I (Csus)miss you.

Ma ma, for give the times you (Gb)cried.

For give me for not (Db7)mak ing right.

all of the storms I (Gb)may have (B)caused,

and I’ve been (Gb)wrong.

Dry your (E)eyes,

dry your (Dbsus)eyes.

’Cause I (Ebm)know you be lieved

and I (Bbm)know you had dreams,

and I’m (Ebm)sor ry it took all this (Bbm)time to see

that I (B)am where I am

be (Gb)cause of your truth.

And I (Abm)miss you,

I (Dbsus)miss you.

Oh.

Mi man che (G)rai.

Ma ma, I (Ebsus)hope this (Eb)makes you (Absus)smile.

I hope you’re hap py (Eb)with my (Fm)life.

At peace with ev ’ry choice I (Db)made,

how I’ve changed

a long the (Bbm)way,

a long the way.

’Cause I (Fm)know you be lieved

in (Cm)all of my dreams,

and I (Db)owe it all to (Ebsus)you,

(Ab)Ma

ma.

Mama by Il Divo — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Mama” by Il Divo 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 82 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 "Mama" 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 "Mama"?: 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 "Mama" use?: Just 31 chords: Ab, Abm, Abm9, Abmaj7, Absus4, Am, Am7, B, +23 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Il Divo songs work for kids?: Try "FEELINGS", "SEI PARTE ORMAI DI ME", "PASSERÀ". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.