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(Eb)There must be (Bb)lights
and burn in’ (Gm)bright er
(Eb)some where,
got to be (Bb)birds
(Dm)ise fly in’ (Gm)high er
in a (Eb6)sky
more (F7)blue.
If I can (Bb)dream
of a (Bb7)bet ter land
where (Eb)all my broth ers work (D7)hand er in (Gm)hand, tell (Gdim7)me (Bb)why,
oh, (Gm)why,
oh, (Eb)why
(Cm7)can’t my (Dm)dream
(Gm)come
(Cm7)true?
Oh, (Eb)why?
There must be (Bb)peace
and un der (Gm)stand ing
(Eb)some time,
strong winds of (Bb)prom
(Dm)ise that will (Gm)blow a
way the (Eb6)doubt
and (F7)fear.
If I can (Bb)dream
of a (Bb7)warm er sun
where (Eb)hope keeps shin in’ on (D7)ev er y (Gm)one, tell (Gdim7)me (Bb)why,
oh, (Gm)why,
oh, (Eb)why
(Cm7)can’t my (Dm)dream
(Gm)come
(Cm7)true?
Oh, (Eb)why?
There must be (Eb)why
(Cm7)won’t that (Bb)sun
(Eb)ap
(Bb)pear?
We’re lost in a (Edim7)cloud
with too much (Bb7)rain.
We’re trapped in a (Edim7)world
that’s trou bled with (Bb7)pain.
But as long as a (Edim7)man
has the (Bb)strength
(D7)to dream,
he can re (C9)deem
his
soul
and (Cm7)fly.
He can (G)fly.
(G7)Deep in my (C)heart
there’s a (Am)trem blin’
(F6)ques tion.
Still I am (C)sure
that the (Am)an swer’s
gon na (Dm)come
some (G7)how.
Out (F)there in the (C)dark,
there’s a beck on ing (F7)can dle.
And while I can (C)think,
while I can (Am)talk,
while I can (C)stand,
while I can (Am)walk,
while I can (Fmaj7)dream,
please let my (Dm7)dream
come
(Dm7)true
(G7)right
(C)now.
If I Can Dream — Simple Sheet Music
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"If I Can Dream" 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 Eb, 68 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “If I Can Dream”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "If I Can Dream"?
- 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 "If I Can Dream" by Elvis Presley played in?
- If I Can Dream is arranged in the key of Eb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "If I Can Dream"?
- The arrangement plays at 68 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "If I Can Dream" easy to play on piano?
- This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
- Can I download sheet music for "If I Can Dream"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "If I Can Dream"?
- "If I Can Dream" was originally performed by Elvis Presley. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "If I Can Dream"?
- This arrangement uses 24 chords: Am, Bb, Bb7, C, C7, C9, Cm7, D7, +16 more.
- What other songs by Elvis Presley can I play here?
- Try "C'MON EVERYBODY", "A LITTLE LESS CONVERSATION", "BURNING LOVE". 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 "If I Can Dream". Key of Eb, 68 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.