Only Hope

by Mandy Moore

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Lyrics

There’s a song that’s in (Bb)side

of my (Eb)soul;

it’s the one that I’ve (Bb)tried

to write (Eb)o ver and (Bb5)o ver a (Eb)gain.

I’m a wake in the (Bb)in

fi nite (Eb)cold;

but you sing to me (Bb)o

ver and (Eb)o ver and (Bb5)o ver a (Eb)gain.

(Eb)gain.

So I (G5)lay my (Gmaj7)head back (C)down,

and I (G5)lift my (Gmaj7)hands and (C)pray

to be (D)on (Em7)ly (D)Yours, (Em7)I (C)pray

to be (D)on (Em7)ly (D)Yours; (Em7)I (Eb)know now You’re my (Ebmaj7)on (Cm6)ly hope.

Sing to me like the (Bb)song

of the (Eb)stars,

of Your gal ax y (Bb)danc

ing and (Eb)laugh ing and (Bb5)laugh ing a (Eb)gain.

When it feels like my (Bb)dreams

are so (Eb)far,

sing to me of the (Bb)plans

that You (Eb)have for me (Bb5)o ver a (Eb)gain.

(Eb)gain.

So I (Gsus2)hope.

I give you my des ti (Gm)ny.

I’m giv ing You (Gsus)all of (Gm)me.

I want Your sym pho (D7)ny (A7)sing ing in all that I (D)am.

At the (C)top of my lungs,

I’m (C)giv ing it (G)back.

So I lay my (Gmaj7)head back (C)down,

and I (G5)lift my (Gmaj7)hands and (C)pray

to be (D)on (Em7)ly (D)Yours, (Em7)I (C)pray

to be (D)on (Em7)ly (D)Yours; (Em7)I (C)pray

to be (D)on (Em7)ly (D)Yours; (Em7)I (Eb)know now You’re my (Ebmaj7)on (Cm6)ly (Gm7)hope.

(Gm7)Mm.

(Ebsus2)mm,

(Ebmaj7)ooh.

Only Hope by Mandy Moore — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Only Hope by Mandy Moore 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 C at 90 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 "Only Hope" 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 "Only Hope"?
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.