I Believe I Can Fly

by R. Kelly
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Lyrics

I (C)used to think that I could not go (D)on,

and (C)life was noth ing but an aw ful (D)song.

There But (C)now I know the mean ing of true (D)love.

I’m (C)lean ing on the ev er last ing (D)arm.

If I can (Am7)see it,

then I can (D)do it,

if I just be (C)lieve it,

there’s noth ing (Dm7)to it.

I be lieve I can (C)fly,

I be lieve I can (Am7)touch the sky.

I think a bout it ev ’ry (Dm7)night and day,

spread my wings and (Dm)fly a way.

I be (G#dim)lieve I can (Am7)soar,

I see me run ning through that (D)o pen door.

I be lieve I can (C)fly,

I be lieve I can (D)fly,

I be lieve I can (Am)fly.

See, (C)I was on the verge of break ing (D)down.

Some (C)times was si ing lence can seem so (D)loud.

There are (C)mir a cles in life I must a (D)chieve,

but (C)first I know it starts in side of (D)me.

If I can (Am7)see it,

then I can (D)be it,

if I just be (C)lieve it,

there’s noth ing (Dm7)to it.

I be lieve I can (C)fly,

I be lieve I can (Am7)touch the sky.

I think a bout it ev ’ry (Dm7)night and day,

spread my wings and (Dm)fly a way.

I be (G#dim)lieve I can (Am7)soar,

I see me run ning through that (D)o pen door.

I be lieve I can (C)fly,

I be lieve I can (D)fly,

I be lieve I can (Am)fly.

See, (D)fly,

oh, I be lieve I can (Am)fly.

Hey, ’cause I be lieve in (C)me.

Oh,

if I can (C)fly,

I be lieve I can (D)fly,

I be lieve I can (C)fly,

hey, if I just (D)spread my wings.

I can (C)fly,

I can (D)fly,

I can (C)fly,

hey, if I just (D)spread my wings.

I can (C)fly.

I Believe I Can Fly — Simple Sheet Music

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"I Believe I Can Fly" 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 C, 80 BPM.

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

About “I Believe I Can Fly”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I Believe I Can Fly"?
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 "I Believe I Can Fly" by R. Kelly played in?
I Believe I Can Fly is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "I Believe I Can Fly"?
The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "I Believe I Can Fly" 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 "I Believe I Can Fly"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "I Believe I Can Fly"?
"I Believe I Can Fly" was originally performed by R. Kelly. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by R. Kelly can I play here?
Try "I Believe I Can Fly", "I Believe I Can Fly", "I Believe I Can Fly". 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 "I Believe I Can Fly". Key of C, 80 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.