Before The Morning

by Josh Wilson

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Lyrics

(G)Do you won der why you (C)have to feel the things that (Em7)hurt you?

If there’s a God who (C)loves you, where (D)is He now?

(G)May be there are things you (C)can’t see, and all those things are (Em)hap pen ing to bring a bet ter (C)end ing.

Some (Dsus)day, some how, you’ll (C)see, you’ll (Dsus)see.

Would you dare, would you dare to (D)be lieve that you still have a rea son to sing?

’Cause the pain that you’ve been feel ing, it can’t com pare to the joy that’s com ing.

So hold on, you got ta wait for (D)the light.

Press on and just fight the good fight.

’Cause the pain that you’ve been feel ing, it’s just the dark be fore the morn ing.

(G)My friend, you know how this (C)all ends, and you know where you’re (Em7)go ing; you just don’t know how you’ll (C)get there.

So (D)say a prayer and (G)hold on, ’cause there’s good for those who (C)love God.

But life is not a (Em)snap shot; it might take a lit tle time, (C)but you’ll see the (D)big ger pic ture.

it’s just the dark be fore the morn ing.

Yeah,

yeah,

be fore the morn ing.

Yeah,

yeah.

Once you feel the weight of glo ry, all your pain will fade to mem o ry.

Once you feel the weight of glo ry, all your pain will fade to mem o ry, mem o ry, mem o ry, (D)yeah.

Would you dare, would you dare to (D)be lieve that you still got a rea son (G7)to sing?

’Cause the pain that you’ve been feel ing, it can’t com pare to the joy that’s com ing.

Would you dare, would you dare to (D)be lieve that you still got a rea son to sing?

’Cause the pain that you’ve been feel ing, it can’t com pare to the joy that’s com ing.

Come on, you got ta wait for (D)the light.

Press on and just fight the good fight.

’Cause the pain that you’ve been feel ing, it’s just the hurt be fore the heal ing.

Oh, the pain that (G)you’ve been feel ing, it’s just the dark

be fore the morn ing,

be fore the morn ing.

Yeah,

yeah,

be (D)fore the morn (Dsus)ing.

Before The Morning by Josh Wilson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Before The Morning” by Josh Wilson 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 90 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 "Before The Morning" 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 "Before The Morning"?
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.