All The People Said Amen

by Matt Maher

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(C)You are not a (G)lone

if you are (Em)lone ly.

(C)When you feel a (G)fraid,

you’re not the (Em)on ly.

(C)We are all the (G)same,

in need of (Em)mer cy, to be for giv en and be (D)free.

It’s (Am)all you got to (Em)lean on, but, thank (D)God, it’s all you need.

And all the (D)peo ple said, “A (G)men!”

Whoa,

and all the (G)peo ple said, “A (D)men!”

Give (C)thanks to the Lord, for His love nev er ends.

And all the (D)peo ple said, “A (C)men!”

(C)If you’re rich or (G)poor,

well, it don’t (Em)mat ter.

Weak or (G)strong, you know (D)love is what we’re (Em)af ter.

We’re all bro ken, but we’re (D)all in this to (Em)geth er.

God knows we (Am)stum ble and fall,

and (Am)He so loved the (Em)world He sent His (D)Son to save us all.

(C)men!”

Bless ed are the poor in (G)spir it who are (D)torn a part.

Bless ed are the per se (G)cut ed and the (D)pure in heart.

Bless ed are the peo ple (G)hun gry for an (D)oth er start,

for (A)theirs is the king dom, the (D)king dom of God.

And all the (D)peo ple said, “A (G)men!”

Whoa,

and all the (G)peo ple said, “A (D)men!”

Give (C)thanks to the Lord, for His love nev er ends.

And all the (D)peo ple said, “A (C)men!” (G)Yeah!

And all the (D)peo ple said, “A (G)men!”

Whoa,

and all the (G)peo ple said, “A (D)men!”

Give (C)thanks to the Lord, for His love nev er ends.

And all the (D)peo ple said, “A (C)men!” (G)Yeah!

(Em)men!”

And all the (D)peo ple said, “A (C)men!”

All The People Said Amen by Matt Maher — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “All The People Said Amen by Matt Maher in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of G at 96 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "All The People Said Amen" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "All The People Said Amen"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "All The People Said Amen" use?
Just 8 chords: A, Am, B, C, Cmaj7, D, Em, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Matt Maher songs work for kids?
Try "Adoration", "Behold the Lamb of God", "EMPTY AND BEAUTIFUL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.