Dream On

by Aerosmith
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Lyrics

Ev ’ry (Dm7)time that I (Dm6)look in the mir ror,

all these (Dm7)lines on my (Dm6)face get tin’ clear er.

The past is gone;

(Dm)it went (Dm7)by like dusk to dawn.

Is n’t that the way

(B)ev ’ry bod y’s got their dues in life to pay?

I know (C)no bod y knows (Bb)where it comes and where it goes.

I know it’s (C)ev ’ry bod y’s sin; (Bb)you got to lose to know how to (Dm)win.

Half my (Dm7)life’s in (Dm6)books’ writ ten pag es,

lived and (Dm7)learned from (Dm6)fools and from sag es.

You know it’s (Dm6)true,

all these (Dm7)things

come back to you.

Sing with me, (C)sing for the years, (Bb)sing for the laugh ter ’n’ sing for the tears.

Sing with me if it’s (C)just for to day, (Bm7)may be to mor row the (Bb)good Lord will take you a way.

Sing with me, (C)sing for the years, (Bb)sing for the laugh ter ’n’ sing for the tears.

Sing with me if it’s (C)just for to day, (Bb)may be to mor row the (C)good Lord will take you a way.

Sing with me, (C)sing for the years, (Bb)sing for the laugh ter ’n’ sing for the tears.

Sing with me if it’s (C)just for to day, (Bb)may be to mor row the (C)good Lord will take you a way.

(Bm7)may be to mor row the (Bb)good Lord will take you a (A)way.

Dream On — Simple Sheet Music

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"Dream On" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of D, 152 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Dream On”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Dream On"?
Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
What key is "Dream On" by Aerosmith played in?
Dream On is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Dream On"?
The arrangement plays at 152 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Dream On" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Dream On"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Dream On"?
"Dream On" was originally performed by Aerosmith. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Aerosmith can I play here?
Try "WHAT IT TAKES", "DREAM ON", "DREAM ON". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Dream On". Key of D, 152 BPM.
What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.