On My Own

by Claude-Michel Schönberg

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On my (D)own, pre (Em)ten ding he’s be (D)side me.

All a is (Bm7)lone, I (E7)walk with him till (A)morn ing.

With (G)out him, I (F#7)feel his arms a (Bm)round me.

And (Em)when I lose my way, I close my (Em)eyes and he has (A)found me.

On my (D)him, but (Em)when the night is (D)o ver,

he a is (Bm7)gone, the (E7)riv er’s just a (A)riv er.

With (G)out him, the (F#7)world a round me (Bm)chan ges, the (Em)trees are bare and ev ’ry where the (Em)streets are full of (A)found me.

On my (A)found me.

And I (Bb)know it’s (Ebm)on ly in my (Bb)mind,

(Bb)that I’m (Gm)talk ing to my (Bb)self and not to (Eb)him.

And, al (Em)though I know that he is (B)blind,

still I (Am7)say

there’s a (C7)way for us.

(A7)I love (A)stran gers.

(A)I love (D)him, but (Em)ev ’ry day I’m (D)learn ing.

(D)All my (Bm7)life, I’ve (E7)on ly been pre (A)tend ing.

With (G)out me, his (F#7)world will go on (Bm)turn ing.

The (Em)world is full of hap pi ness that I have nev er (A)known.

I love (D)him,

I love (D)him.

I love (Bm)him, but (Gm)on ly on my (D)own.

On My Own by Claude-Michel Schönberg — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “On My Own” by Claude-Michel Schönberg 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 D at 100 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "On My Own" 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 "On My Own"?
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 "On My Own" use?
Just 16 chords: A, A7, Am7, B, Bb, Bm, Bm7, C7, +8 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Claude-Michel Schönberg songs work for kids?
Try "A Little Fall Of Rain", "At The End Of The Day from Les Misérables", "Bring Him Home". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.