Suddenly (From Les Miserables The Movie)

by Boublil and Schonberg

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Lyrics

(G)Sud den ly you’re here,

(C)sud den ly it starts;

(G)can two anx ious hearts beat as (C)one?

(B7)Yes ter day I was a lone, to (Em7)day you are be (A9)side me.

(G)Some thing still un clear,

(C)some thing not yet here has be (G)gun.

(G)Sud den ly the world

(C)seems a diff ’rent place,

(G)some how full of grace, full of (C)light.

(B)How was I to know that so much (Em7)hope was held in (A9)side me?

(G)What is past is gone;

(C)now we jour ney on

through the (G)night.

(B)How was I to know, at last, that (Em)hap pi ness can come so fast?

(D7)Trust ing me the way you do, I’m (G)so a fraid of fail ing you.

(F#7)Just a child who (F#7)can not know that (Bm)dan ger fol lows (Bm)where I go.

(A7)There are shad ows ev ’ry where and (D)mem o ries I (Daug)can not share.

(G)Nev er more a lone,

(C)nev er more a part,

(G)you have warmed my heart like the (C)sun.

(B)You have brought the gift of life and (Em7)love so long de (A9)nied me.

(G)Sud den ly I see

(Em)what I could not see:

(Am7)some thing, sud den (C)ly, has be (G)gun.

Suddenly (From Les Miserables The Movie) by Boublil and Schonberg — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Suddenly (From Les Miserables The Movie)” by Boublil and Schonberg 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 72 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 "Suddenly (From Les Miserables The Movie)" 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 "Suddenly (From Les Miserables The Movie)"?
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.