Breaking Free (From High School Musical)

by Vanessa Hudgens and Zac Efron

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We’re (Dm)soar in’,

(G)fly in’.

(Bb)There’s not a star in (C)heav en that we can’t (Dm)reach.

If we’re (G)try in’, so we’re break (Bb)in’ free.

You know the world can (G)see us

in a way that’s (F)dif f’rent from (C)who we (Dm)are.

Cre at ing space be (G)tween us, till (Bb)we’re sep ’rate hearts.

(Bb)But your faith, it (G7)gives me strength,

(Bb)strength

to be (F)lieve.

We’re break in’ free.

(Dm)soar in’,

(G)fly in’.

(Bb)There’s not a star in (F)heav en that we can’t (Dm)reach.

If we’re (G)try in’,

yeah, we’re break (Bb)in’ free.

Oh, we’re break in’ free.

Can you feel it (G)build ing,

like a wave the (F)o cean just can’t con (Dm)trol, con nect ed by a (G)feel in’, oh, in our ver (Bb)y souls,

(Bb)ris ing till it lifts us up so (Bb)ev ’ry one can (Bb)see?

We’re break in’ free.

(Dm)soar

in’,

(G)fly

in’.

to (Bb)There’s not a star in (F)heav en that we can’t (Dm)reach.

If we’re (G)try in’,

yeah, we’re break (Bb)in’ free.

Oh, we’re break in’ free.

(Dm)Run

nin’,

(G)climb in’ to (Bb)get to that place to (F)be all that we can (Dm)be.

Now’s the (G)time, in’, so we’re break (Bb)in’ free.

Oh, We’re break in’ free.

(F)in’ free.

More than hope, more than (G7)faith, this is truth, this is (Bb)fate; and to geth er, we see it com in’.

More than you, more than (G7)me, not a want, but a (Bb)need: both of us break in’ free.

(Em)Soar in’,

(A)fly in’.

(C)There’s not a star in (G)heav en that we can’t (Em)reach.

If we’re (A)try in’, yeah, we’re break (C)in’ free.

Break in’ free.

We’re (Em)run nin’, ooh, (A)climb in’

to (C)get to the place to (G)be all that we can be.

Now’s the time,

so we’re break (C)in’ free.

Oh, we’re break in’ free.

You know the world can (A)see us

in a way that’s (G)dif f’rent than who we (Cmaj7)are.

Breaking Free (From High School Musical) by Vanessa Hudgens and Zac Efron — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Breaking Free (From High School Musical)” by Vanessa Hudgens and Zac Efron 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 100 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is "Breaking Free (From High School Musical)" 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 "Breaking Free (From High School Musical)"?
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.