Some Things Are Meant To Be

by Mindi Dickstein
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Lyrics

Let’s pre (G)tend we’re (G)rid ing on a (C)kite.

(G)Let’s i (C)mag ine

we’re (G)fly ing through the (Dsus4)air.

We’ll as (G)cend un (G)til we’re out of (C)sight.

(G)Light as (C)pa per

(Dsus4)we’ll soar.

(D)Let’s be (Bm7)wild,

up (A)high a bove the (Dsus4)sand.

(D)Feel the (Bm7)wind,

the (A)world at our com (Dsus4)mand.

Let’s en (G)joy the view

and nev er (G)land.

Float ing (G)far from the (Dsus4)shore.

Some things are (G)meant to be: The clouds mov ing (C)fast and free.

The sun on a sil ver sea.

A (Gma7)sky that’s bright and (C)blue.

And (D7sus4)some things will (G)nev er end: The thrill of our (C)mag ic ride.

The love that I (D)feel in side

for (G)you.

We’ll climb (G)high, be (D)yond the break of (C)day.

(G)Sleep on (C69)star dust

and (G)dine on bits of (Dsus4)moon.

You and (G)I will (D)find the Milk y (C)Way.

(G)We’ll be We’ll be mad and ex plore.

We’ll re (Bm7)cline,

a (A)loft up on the (Dsus4)breeze.

(D)Dart a (Bm7)bout,

sail (A)on with wind y (D)ease.

(D)Pass the (G)days

(C)do ing (C)on ly as we please.

(Am7)That’s what (G)liv ing is (F)for.

Some things are (G)meant to be: The tide turn ing (C)end less ly.

The way it takes (A)hold of me.

No (D)mat ter (G)what I (C6)do.

But (D7sus4)some things will (G)nev er (G)die: the prom ise of (C)who you are, your mem ’ries when I am far

(D)from (Em7)you.

All my (G)life I’ve (Cma7)lived for lov ing (G)you.

Let me (D)go (C)now.

Some Things Are Meant To Be — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "Some Things Are Meant To Be" by Mindi Dickstein: lyrics on screen with the chords above each line and a bouncing ball that lands on every word in time. Sing along, or play along on guitar or piano from the chord chart. Change the key to fit your voice, slow the tempo down. Key of G, 80 BPM.

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

About “Some Things Are Meant To Be”

What key is "Some Things Are Meant To Be" by Mindi Dickstein played in?
Some Things Are Meant To Be is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Some Things Are Meant To Be"?
The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Some Things Are Meant To Be" 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 "Some Things Are Meant To Be"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Some Things Are Meant To Be"?
"Some Things Are Meant To Be" was originally performed by Mindi Dickstein. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Some Things Are Meant To Be"?
This arrangement uses 16 chords: A, Am, Am7, Bm7, C, C6, Cm, Cmaj7, +8 more.
What other songs by Mindi Dickstein can I play here?
Try "TAKE A CHANCE ON ME", "Could You", "Our Finest Dreams". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is there a karaoke version of "Some Things Are Meant To Be" with lyrics?
Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Some Things Are Meant To Be" by Mindi Dickstein. The lyrics appear on screen a line at a time and each word lights up exactly when it's sung, with a bouncing ball leading you word to word. A backing plays underneath so you can just sing.
Does it show chords so I can play along on guitar or piano?
It does — a chord symbol sits on a thin row just above the lyric it changes on, so the same screen doubles as a lyrics-and-chords chart. Guitarists can strum the changes and pianists can comp while singing; the chords are colour-coded and move with the live transpose if you change key.
Can I change the key of "Some Things Are Meant To Be" to match my voice or capo?
Yes. The original is in G, but the live transpose control shifts the whole song up or down semitones until the melody sits in your range (or maps to an easier guitar shape / capo position) — the on-screen chords and the backing move with it.
Can I slow "Some Things Are Meant To Be" down to learn the words and chords?
Yes — the tempo control lets you take it as slow as you need while the lyrics still light up in time and the ball keeps you on the beat. Speed it back up once you can sing and play it through.