Is "Courageous" 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 "Courageous"?

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 "Courageous" use?

Just 9 chords: A, D, Dmaj7, Dsus2, E, Epow, Esus4, F#m, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Casting Crowns songs work for kids?

Try "Who Am I", "VOICE OF TRUTH", "WHAT IF HIS PEOPLE PRAYED". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Courageous

· by Casting Crowns

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Lyrics

We were made to be cou ra geous, we were made to lead the way.

We could be the gen er a tion that fi n’lly breaks the chains.

We were made to be cou ra

geous.

(E)We were made to be cou ra

geous.

We were war riors on the front lines, stand ing un a fraid,

but now we’re watch ers on the side lines while our fam ’lies slip a way.

Where are you, men of cour age?

You were made for so much more.

Let the pound ing of our hearts cry, “We will serve the Lord!”

We were made to be cou ra geous, and we’re (A)tak ing back the fight.

We were made to be cou ra geous, and it (F#m7)starts with us to night.

The on ly way we’ll ev er stand is on our knees with lift ed hands.

Make us cou ra

geous.

(E)Lord, make us cou ra

geous.

This is our res o lu tion, our an swer to the call.

We will love our wives and chil dren; we re fuse to let them fall.

We will re ig nite the pas sion that we bur ied deep in side.

May the watch ers be come war riors, let the men of God a rise.

We were made to be cou ra

Seek jus tice, love mer cy, walk hum bly with your God.

Seek jus tice, (A)love mer cy, walk hum bly with In your the war of the mind, I will make my stand, in the bat (Dmaj7)tle of the heart and the bat (Esus)tle of the hand.

In the war of the mind, I will make my stand, in the bat (Dmaj7)tle of the heart and the bat (Esus)tle of the hand.

We were made to be cou ra geous, and we’re (A)tak ing back the fight.

We were made to be cou ra geous, and it (F#m7)starts with us to night.

The on ly way we’ll ev er stand is on our knees with lift ed hands.

Make us cou ra

geous.

(E)Lord, make us cou ra

geous.

We were made to be cou ra

geous.

(E)Lord, make us cou ra

geous.

(E)We were made to be cou ra

geous.

(E)Lord, make us cou ra

geous.

(E)We were made to be cou ra ...walk hum bly with your God.

Courageous by Casting Crowns — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Courageous” by Casting Crowns 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 A at 84 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 "Courageous" 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 "Courageous"?: 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 "Courageous" use?: Just 9 chords: A, D, Dmaj7, Dsus2, E, Epow, Esus4, F#m, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Casting Crowns songs work for kids?: Try "Who Am I", "VOICE OF TRUTH", "WHAT IF HIS PEOPLE PRAYED". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.