This Is My Time

by Raven Symone

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Oh,

at (Dm7)times I felt like I had lost my self,

’cause (F)peo ple try to make you some one else.

I (Dm7)had to learn to trust my heart; some (Ebmaj13)things can de change.

I came I to a point where (Dm7)I can speak my mind and not feel I’m liv ing in a box.

that (F)Keep it, girl; I am con (Csus)cealed and And oh

I (F)fin ’lly found the strength so I can (Bbmaj7)leave that all be hind.

This is my (F)time to (G7)shine.

This is my (Bb6/9)place to (Csus)find all that I (F)have in (G7)side I nev er knew.

This is my (F)time to (G7)show what I must have (Bb)al ways known: that noth ing’s im (Dm7)pos si (C)ble, and dreams come true,

and dreams come true.

Oh,

at (Dm7)ev ’ry bod y’s got this strength in side.

’cause (F)All it takes is time to re al ize

that (Dm7)you and on ly you can be the (Ebmaj13)one to de cide.

I can, I will, I know that (Dm7)ev ’ry thing I want I can do.

Be liev ing in my self that (F)ev ’ry wish I make will (Csus)come true.

And oh,

I (F)took a while to get this far, but (Bbmaj7)I’m that here be now.

This is my (F)time to (G7)shine.

This is my (Bb6/9)place to (Csus)find all that I (F)have in (G7)side I nev er knew.

This is my (F)time to (G7)show what I must have (Bb)al ways known: that noth ing’s im (Dm7)pos si (C)ble, and dreams come true,

and dreams come true.

(Bbmaj9)O ver com ing all these things, (C7sus)here I fin ’lly found my wings.

(Dm7)Now I know I’m read y to fly.

This is my (G)time to (A7)shine.

This is my (C6/9)place to (Dsus)find all that I (G)have in (A7)side I nev er knew.

This is my (G)time to (A7)show what I must have (C)al ways known: that noth ing’s im (Em7)pos si (D)ble, and dreams come true,

and dreams come true.

(This is my time, this is my time.)

(This is my time, this is my time.)

This is my (G)time to (A)show what I must have (C5)al ways known; that noth ing’s im (Em)pos si (Dsus)ble, and dreams come (C5)true,

and dreams come (G5)true.

This Is My Time by Raven Symone — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “This Is My Time” by Raven Symone 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 Bb at 110 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 Time" 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 Time"?
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 Time" use?
Just 25 chords: A, A7, Bb, Bb6, Bbmaj7, Bbmaj9, Bbsus2, C, +17 more. Take it one section at a time.