If I Can Dream

by Elvis Presley
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Lyrics

There must be (Eb)lights burn in’ (Cm)bright er (Ab)some where.

Got to be (Eb)birds fly in’ (Cm)high er in a (Ab)sky more (Bb7)blue.

If I can (Eb)dream of a (Eb7)bet ter land where (Ab)all my broth ers work (G)hand in (Cm7)hand, tell me (Eb)why, oh (Cm7)why, oh (Ab)why (Fm7)can’t my (Gm7)dream (Cm7)come (Fm7)true?

Oh (Ab)why?

(Ab)There must be (Eb)peace and un der (Cm)stand ing (Ab)some time,

strong winds of (Eb)prom ise that will (Cm7)blow a way the (Ab)doubt and fear.

If I can (Eb)dream of a (Eb7)warm er sun where (Cm7)hope keeps shin in’ on ev er y one, tell me (Cm7)why, oh why, oh (Fm7)why won’t that sun ap (Ab7)pear?

We’re lost in a (Adim7)cloud

with too much rain.

We’re trapped in a (Adim7)world

that’s trou bled with pain.

But as long as a (A)man has the (Eb)strength (Bdim7)to dream, he can re (F9)deem his soul and (Ab)fly.

He can (C9)fly,

he can (Bb)fly.

Out there in the (F)dark

there’s a beck on ing (Bdim7)can dle.

And while I can (F)think!

While I can (Dm7)talk!

While I can (F)stand!

While I can (Dm7)walk!

If I can (Bbmaj7)dream,

if I can (Dm7)dream!

Won’t you please tell me (A)why?

If I can (Bbmaj7)dream,

if I can (Dm7)dream!

I’ll make my (Dm7)dreams come (Bbmaj9)true

right (F)now!

Right

(F)now!

If I Can Dream — Piano Lead Sheet

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"If I Can Dream" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of Eb, 120 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “If I Can Dream”

Where are the chord symbols for "If I Can Dream" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "If I Can Dream" is in Eb.
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 120 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: A7, Ab, Ab7, Adim7, Am7, Bb, Bb7, Bbmaj7, +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.
Does "If I Can Dream" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "If I Can Dream" is in the key of Eb at 120 BPM.
What chords are in "If I Can Dream"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of Eb, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.