Who Needs To Dream

by Barry Manilow

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You

were

(Abdim)in my (C)dreams, al ways (B)in my (C)dreams.

That was (Am7)long be fore I (Am7)ev er (D7)saw you (Dm7)stand ing there.

When I (Abdim)felt a (C)fraid of the (B7)choice I (Gm)made, I would (A7sus)close my (A7)eyes and (Dm7)hope my dreams would (C)com fort me.

But (D)now I’m free.

Who needs to (Am7)dream when there is (G)you?

Who needs (D)a heav (Em7)en (G)to look (Cmaj7)for ward (D)to for my (G)whole

(G)life

(Cmaj7)through?

Who needs to (Am7)dream?

You’re my (D7)dream come (G)true.

In my (Abdim)fan ta (C)sy you be (B7)lieved in (Gm)me, and as (A7sus)long as (A7)you were (Dm7)there then I be (C)lieved in me.

Now (D)sud den ly,

Who needs to (Am7)dream when there is (G)you?

Who needs (D)a heav (Em7)en (G)to look (Cmaj7)for ward (D)to for my (G)whole

(G)life

(Cmaj7)through?

Who needs to (Am7)dream?

You’re my (D7)dream come (G)true.

In my (G)true.

Now you are my (F)dream.

You are my (C)on ly dream.

I’ll hold you (G)in my arms for (C)ev

er.

Who needs to dream?

Who needs to dream?

(F)When I see you there,

then I (D7sus)see my ev ’ry dream

(D7)come (G)true.

Who needs to (Am7)dream when there is (G)you?

Who needs a (D)heav en for my (G)whole

(G)life

(Cmaj7)through?

Who needs to (Am7)dream?

You’re my dream come (C)true,

ev (G)’ry (Am7)dream

all come (G)true.

My (Dm7)dream come (G)true.

Who Needs To Dream by Barry Manilow — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Who Needs To Dream by Barry Manilow 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 C at 80 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 "Who Needs To Dream" 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 "Who Needs To Dream"?
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.