Come As You Are

by Crowder

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(C)Come out of sad ness, from wher (F)ev er you’ve (C)been.

(F)Come, bro ken heart ed; let (G)res cue be gin.

(Am)Come find (G)your mer cy; oh, (F)sin ner, come (C)kneel.

(F)Earth has no (C)sor row that (G)heav en can’t (Am)heal.

(F)Earth has no (C)sor row that (G)heav en can’t (C)heal.

So, lay down your (F)bur dens,

lay down your shame.

(Cmaj7)All who are (F)bro ken,

lift up your face.

Oh, wan der er, (F)come home;

you’re not too far.

So, lay down your (F)hurt, lay down your (G)heart; come as you are.

There’s (C)hope for the hope less and (F)all those who’ve (C)strayed.

Come (F)sit at the ta ble, (G)come taste the grace.

There’s (Am)rest for (G)the wea ry, (F)rest that en (C)dures.

(F)Earth has no (C)sor row that (G)heav en can’t (C)cure.

So, lay down your (F)bur dens,

lay down your shame.

(C)All who are (F)bro ken,

lift up your face.

Oh, wan der er, (F)come home;

you’re not too far.

Lay down your (F)hurt, lay down your (G)heart; come as you are.

(C)Come as you are.

Fall in His arms.

(C)Come as you are.

There’s (C)joy for the mourn ing.

Oh, (F)sin ner, be (C)still.

(F)Earth has no (C)sor row that (G)heav en can’t (Am)heal.

(F)Earth has no (C)sor row that (G)heav en can’t (C)heal.

So, lay down your (F)bur dens,

lay down your shame.

(C)All who are (F)bro ken,

lift up your face.

Oh, wan der er, (Fmaj7)come home;

you’re not too far.

So, lay down your (Fmaj7)hurt, lay down your (G)heart; come as you are.

Come as you are.

Come as you are.

Come as you are.

Come As You Are by Crowder — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Come As You Are” by Crowder 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 "Come As You Are" 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 "Come As You Are"?
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 "Come As You Are" use?
Just 11 chords: Am, C, Cmaj7, Csus2, Csus4, F, F6, Fmaj7, +3 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Crowder songs work for kids?
Try "I AM", "MY VICTORY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.