You Are The Music In Me

by High School Musical 2

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Na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, (F)yeah.

(Bb)You are the mu sic in me.

(F)You know, the words “once up on (C)a time” make you (Bb)lis ten.

There’s a (F)rea son.

When you dream, there’s a (C)chance you’ll find a lit tle (Bb)laugh ter or “hap py (F)ev er af ter.” (C)You’re a (Dm)har mo ny to the (C)mel o dy that’s (F)ech o ing in side my head.

(C)A (Dm)sin gle voice a (C)bove the noise and (Bb)like a com mon thread, mm, you’re pull ing me.

When I hear my fav (Bb)’rite song, I know that we (F)be long.

Oh, (Bb)you are the mu sic in me.

Yeah, it’s liv ing in all (Bb)of us, and it’s brought us (F)here be cause (Bb)you are the mu sic in (C)me.

Na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na, na.

(Bb)You are the mu sic in me.

It’s like I knew you be fore (C)we met.

Can’t ex (Bb)plain,

there’s no (F)name for it.

I sang you words I’ve nev (C)er said, and it was (Bb)eas y, be cause you (C)see the real me.

(Dm)As I am you (C)un der stand, and (F)that’s more than I’ve (C)ev er known.

To (Dm)hear your voice a (C)bove the noise, and (Bb)know I’m not a lone.

Oh, you’re sing in’ to (C)me.

When I hear my fav (Bb)’rite song, I know that we (F)be long.

(Bb)You are the mu sic in (C)me.

It’s liv in’ in all (Bb)of us, and it’s brought us here (F)be cause

(Bb)you are the mu sic in (Dm)me.

To geth er we’re gon na (C)sing.

We got the pow er to (Bb)say what we feel, con nect ed and real, can’t (Bbmaj9)keep it all in side.

(Na, na, na, na.) (Na, na, na, na, na.) (Na, na, na, na.

(Bb)You are the mu sic in me.) (Na, na, na, na.) (Na, na, na, na, na.) (Na, na, na, na.

(Bb)You are the mu sic in me.)

When I hear my fav (Bb)’rite song, I know that we (F)be long.

(Bb)You are the mu sic in (C)me.

It’s liv in’ in all (Bb)of us, and it’s brought us here (F)be cause

(Bb)you are the mu sic in (C)me.

Na, na, na, na.

Na, na, na, na, na.

Na, na, na, na.

(Bb)You are the mu sic in me.

You Are The Music In Me by High School Musical 2 — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “You Are The Music In Me” by High School Musical 2 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 103 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "You Are The Music In Me" 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 "You Are The Music In Me"?
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.