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Bless The Broken Road

· by Rascal Flatts

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Lyrics

(C)I set out on a nar row way (F)man y years a go,

(C)hop ing I would find true love a (F)long the bro ken road.

But (Am7)I got lost a time or two, (F)wiped my brow and kept (Dm7)push in’ through.

(C)I could n’t see how (G)ev er y sign (F)point ed straight to you.

But ev (Dm)er (C)y (F6)long (C)lost dream

led (Dm)me (C)to (G)where (G7)you (C)are.

Oth (Dm)ers (C)who (F)broke (C)my (Am7)heart,

they (G)were (C)like (Dm7)north (C)ern stars

(C)point (Dm)ing (C)me (F)on (C)my way

in (Dm)to (C)your (G)lov (G7)ing (Am)arms.

This (G)much (C)I (Dm7)know is (Fsus2)true:

that (C)God blessed the bro ken road that (F)led me straight to you.

Yes, He did.

I (C)think a bout the years I’ve (Am)spent

just (G)pass in’ through.

I’d (C)like to have the time I lost

and give it (F)back to you.

But (Am11)you just smile and take my hand.

(F)You’ve been there, you (Dm7)un der stand (C)it’s all part of a grand er plan (F)that is (F)com in’ true.

Ev (Dm)er (C)y

(C)Now I’m just a (F)roll in’ (C)home

in to my (G)lov er’s (Am)arms.

This (G)much (C)I (Dm7)know is (Fsus2)true:

that (C)God blessed the bro ken road that (F)led me straight to you,

that (C)God blessed the bro ken road

that (F)led me straight

to (C)you.

Bless The Broken Road by Rascal Flatts — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Bless The Broken Road” by Rascal Flatts 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 138 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 "Bless The Broken Road" 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 "Bless The Broken Road"?: 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 "Bless The Broken Road" use?: Just 11 chords: Am, Am7, Amin, C, Dm, Dm7, F, F6, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Rascal Flatts songs work for kids?: Try "TO MAKE HER LOVE ME", "BACKWARDS", "LIFE IS A HIGHWAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.