Carry My Cross

by Third Day

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As (F#5)long as I re (G#)mem ber, I’ve been walk ing through the wil der ness, I (G#)pray ing to the Fa ther and the wait ing for my time.

I’ve (A)come here with a mis sion, Lord, and soon I’ll give my (Bm)life for this world.

I’m (F#5)pray ing in the (G#)gar den, and I’m look ing for a mir a cle.

I (G#)find the jour ney hard, but it’s the rea son I was born.

I’ve (A)Can this cup be passed on?

Lord, I pray Your will be (Bm)done in this world.

I’m

So I’ll car ry my cross,

and I’ll car ry the shame

to the end of the road,

through the strug gle and pain.

And I’ll do it for love;

no, it won’t be in vain.

Yes, I’ll car ry my

and I’ll car ry the shame.

I (F#m)feel like I’m a lone here, and I’m treat ed like a (Bm)crim i nal.

The (F#m)time has come for me now, e ven though I’ve done no (Bm)wrong.

(D)Fa ther, please for (A)give them; they know not what they’ve (Bm)done in this world.

So I’ll car ry my cross,

Three more days, and I’ll be com ing back a gain.

Three more days, and I’ll be com ing back a gain.

Yeah, so I’ll car ry my cross,

and I’ll car ry the shame

to the end of the road,

through the strug gle and pain.

And I’ll do it for love;

no, it won’t be in vain.

Yes, I’ll car ry my cross,

and I’ll car ry the shame.

Hal le lu!

Yeah, I’ll car ry my cross.

Yeah, I’ll car ry the shame.

Oh, and I’ll do it for love.

Oh, I will car ry my cross.

Yeah, I’ll car ry my cross.

Yeah, I’ll car ry the shame.

Oh, and I’ll do it for love.

Oh, I will car ry my cross.

Carry My Cross by Third Day — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Carry My Cross by Third Day 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 F# at 100 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 "Carry My Cross" 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 "Carry My Cross"?
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 "Carry My Cross" use?
Just 10 chords: A, Apow, Bm, D, E, Epow, Esus4, F#m, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Third Day songs work for kids?
Try "Born in Bethlehem", "God Of Wonders", "I NEED A MIRACLE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.