When You Believe

by Stephen Schwartz

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(Em)Man y nights we’ve (D)prayed

with (Bm7)no proof an y (Em)one could hear.

In our hearts a (Cmaj7)hope ful song we (Am7)bare ly un der stood.

Now (E)we are not a fraid,

al (D)though we know there’s (Asus4)much to (A)fear.

(Cmaj7)We were mov ing moun tains long be (Am7)fore we knew we could.

There can be mir a cles

when you be lieve.

Though hope is frail,

it’s (Cmaj7)hard to kill.

Who knows what mir a cles

you can a chieve?

When you be lieve,

some (Cmaj7)how you will,

you will when (D)you be lieve.

(Em)Eas y to de spair

when (Bm7)all you hear is (Em)fear and lies.

Eas y just to (Cmaj7)run and hide; too (Am7)fright ened to be gin.

But (E)if we dare to (D)dare,

don’t wait for an swers from the skies.

Each of us can (G)look in side and (Am7)hear this song with in.

There can be mir a cles

when you be lieve.

Though hope is (C#m)frail,

it’s (Dmaj7)hard to kill.

Who knows what mir a cles

you can a chieve?

When you be lieve,

some (D)how you will,

you will when (E)you be lieve.

(C#7)They don’t (F#m)al ways hap pen when you ask.

And it’s eas y to give in to your fear.

But when you’re blind ed by your pain, can’t see your way clear through the rain, a small but still re sil ient voice says (Esus4)hope is ver y (D)near.

(B)Oh.

(There can be mir a cles when you be lieve.)

Though hope is (D#m)frail,

it’s (Emaj7)hard to kill.

Who knows what mir a cles

you can a chieve?

When you be lieve,

some (E)how you will,

(Now you will.) and now you will.

You will when (E)you be lieve.

You will when you be lieve.

When You Believe by Stephen Schwartz — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “When You Believe by Stephen Schwartz 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 E at 76 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "When You Believe" 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 "When You Believe"?
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.