Angels Wish

by Steven Curtis Chapman

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Was God smil (F)ing when He spoke the (C)words that (Csus)made the world?

And did He cry a (F)bout the flood?

What does God’s voice (F)sound like when He (C)sings (Csus)or when (C)He’s an gry?

(Dm7)These are just a few things

that the (Bbsus2)an gels have on me.

Well, (C)I can’t fly, at least not yet.

I’ve (Am)got no ha lo (Bb)on my (F)head, and (Am)I can’t e ven start to pic ture Heav en’s beau ty.

But (C)I’ve been shown the Sav ior’s love.

The (Am)grace of God has (Bb)raised me (F)up to (Am)show me things the (C)an gels long to (D)look in to.

And (Dm7)I know things

(F)an gels on ly (Gm7)wish they knew.

I have seen the (F)dark and (Csus)des p’rate (C)place where (Csus)sin will take you.

I’ve felt lone li (F)ness and (Csus)shame.

And I have watched (F)the blind ing light of (C)grace (Csus)come break (C)ing through with a sweet ness on ly tast ed by the for (Bb)giv en and re deemed.

Still, (Bbsus2)wish they knew.

And some day I’ll sit down with my an (F)gel friends up in Heav en.

They’ll (Am)tell me a bout cre a tion,

and I’ll tell them a sto ry of grace.

Well, (C)I can’t fly, at least not yet.

I’ve (Am)got no ha lo (Bb)on my (F)head, and (Am)I can’t e ven start to pic ture Heav en’s beau ty.

But (C)I’ve been shown the Sav ior’s love.

The (Am)grace of God has (Bb)raised me (F)up to (Am)show me things the an gels long to (D)look in to.

And (Dm7)I know things the (F)an gels on ly (Gm7)wish they knew.

Angels Wish by Steven Curtis Chapman — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Angels Wish” by Steven Curtis Chapman 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 C at 120 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

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 "Angels Wish" 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 "Angels Wish"?
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 "Angels Wish" use?
Just 15 chords: Am, Bb, Bbsus2, C, Csus4, D, D7, Dm7, +7 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Steven Curtis Chapman songs work for kids?
Try "MAGNIFICENT OBSESSION", "HOW DO I LOVE HER", "I'M GONNA BE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.