Taking Chances

by Celine Dion

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Lyrics

(D)Don’t know much a bout your life.

(D)Don’t know much a bout your world,

but,

don’t (Bm)wan na be a lone to night, on this plan et they call Earth.

(D)You don’t know a bout my past,

and

(D)I don’t have a fu ture fig ured out.

And (Bm)may be this is going too (Bm)fast,

and (Bm)may be it’s not meant to last.

But what do you say to tak ing chanc es?

What do you say to jump ing off the edge?

Nev er know ing if there’s sol id ground be low,

or (D)hand to hold, or (Em)hell to pay.

What do you say?

What do you say?

(D)I just want to start a gain,

and (D)may be you could show me how to try.

(Bm)May be you could take me in,

(Bm)some where un der neath your skin.

What do you say to tak ing chanc es?

What do you say to jump ing off the edge?

Nev er know ing if there’s sol id ground be low,

or (D)hand to hold, or (Em)hell to pay.

What do you say?

What do you say?

And I had my heart beat en down, but I (G)al ways come back for more.

Yeah, there’s (D5)noth in’ like love to pull you up when you’re (G)lay in’ down on the floor there.

So (D5)talk to me, talk to me like (G5)lov ers do.

Yeah, (D5)walk with me, walk with me like (G5)lov ers

do,

like (Bm)lov ers

do.

(CN.C.)What do you say to tak ing chanc es?

What do you say to jump ing off

the edge?

Nev er know ing if there’s sol id ground be low,

or (D)hand to hold, or (Em)hell to pay.

What do you say?

What do you say?

(D)Don’t know much a bout your life,

and I (D)don’t know much a bout your world.

Taking Chances by Celine Dion — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Taking Chances by Celine Dion 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 88 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 "Taking Chances" 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 "Taking Chances"?
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 "Taking Chances" use?
Just 10 chords: A, Bm, Bm7, C, D, Dpow, Em, G, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Celine Dion songs work for kids?
Try "THE POWER OF THE DREAM", "FLY", "ALL BY MYSELF". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.