This Is My Song

· by Petula Clark

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Lyrics

(Bb)Why is my heart so light?

Why are the stars so (Cm7)bright?

Why is the (F7)sky so blue

since the (Cm7)hour

I met (Bb)you?

A lone I sing in (F9)moon light

with (F7)you in my heart su (Bb)preme.

To (G7)hear you say I (Cm)love you,

(Cm7)that is my hope, my (F7)dream.

(Bb)Love,

this is my song,

here is a song, a ser e nade to you.

The (F7)world

can not be (Cm7)wrong

if in this (F7)world

there’s (Bb)you.

I care not what the world may (Cm)say;

with out your love there is no (Bb)day.

Love,

this is my song,

here is a (Cm7)song, a (F9)ser e nade to (Bb)you.

(Bb)Flow ers are smil ing bright.

Smil ing for our de (Cm7)light,

Smil ing so (F7)ten der ly

for the (Cm7)world

you and (Bb)me.

I know the world is (F9)smil ing,

with (F7)smil ing so ten der (Bb)ly;

it (G7)hears the same old (Cm)sto ry

(Cm7)through out e ter ni (F7)ty.

(Bb)Love,

this is my song,

here is a song, a ser e nade to you.

The (F7)world

can not be (Cm7)wrong

if in this (F7)world

there’s (Bb)you.

I care not what the world may (Cm)say;

with out your love there is no (Bb)day.

Love,

this is my song,

here is a (Cm7)song, a (F9)ser e nade to (Bb)you.

(Bb)you.

This Is My Song by Petula Clark — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “This Is My Song” by Petula Clark 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 Eb at 83 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 "This Is My Song" 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 "This Is My Song"?: 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 "This Is My Song" use?: Just 6 chords: Bb, Cm, Cm7, F7, F9, G7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Petula Clark songs work for kids?: Try "DON'T SLEEP IN THE SUBWAY", "DOWNTOWN", "I KNOW A PLACE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.