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More Than I Am

· by Mindi Dickstein

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(E)If you could find it (Am6)in your heart, (E)if you could love me as (Am6)I love you,

if on ly you’d (C#m7)care while we are a (F#m7)part,

then I would be (F#m7)rich.

I would be (G#m7)wise.

I would be (F#m7)more,

more than I (E)am.

Wait for your re (E)turn?

Wait while you’re at war?

(E)If you will wait while (Am6)I am gone, (E)if you’ll i mag ine me (Am6)here with you,

if on ly you’ll (C#m7)care if I car ry (F#m7)on,

then I could be strong.

Why must you go?

I could be brave.

Don’t be too brave.

I could be more, On ly come home.

more than I am.

If (A)you will say you (B)love me e (G#m7)nough to mar ry (C#m7)me,

I will come home and love you Swear you’ll come (C#7)home.

of my life.

And (F#m7)I will be more,

more than I (G#m)am.

Say (F#)yes!

Make me more

than I (E)am.

I’ll (A)mar ry (A)you to (B)mor row.

I’ll (G#m)mar ry you to (C#m7)day.

Come (A)home and (A)I will (B)love you for (G#m)all of my life.

I (Gb)swear to you (Gb)now with (Gb)all my (Gb)heart, I (Gb)swear I will (Bbm)love you as (Abm7)you love (Cb)me.

From this mo ment (Ebm7)on, though we’ll be a (Dbsus4)part,

I will be (Dbsus4)more, I will be more, more than I (Ebm7)am.

more than I am.

With (Abm7sus4)you

I am (Cbm)more

than I (Gb)am.

More Than I Am by Mindi Dickstein — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “More Than I Am” by Mindi Dickstein 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 E at 90 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 "More Than I Am" 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 "More Than I Am"?: 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 "More Than I Am" use?: Just 21 chords: A, A6, Abm7, Absus4, Am6, B, Bbm, Bsus4, +13 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Mindi Dickstein songs work for kids?: Try "TAKE A CHANCE ON ME", "Could You", "Our Finest Dreams". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.