Forgiven

by Relient K

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Lyrics

Oh yes,

I know this ten sion that you (F)speak of.

We’re (Am)in the palm of a hand mak ing a fist.

It’d be best

for one of us to (F)speak up,

but (Am)we pre fer to pre tend it does not ex ist.

And you can’t see past the blood on my hands to see that you’ve been apt ly damned

to fail and (A)fail a gain.

’Cause we’re all

guilt y of the same things.

We think the thoughts wheth er or not we see them (A)through.

And I know

that I have been for giv (G)en,

and I just hope

you can for give me (A)too.

So (Dm7)don’t you dare blame me for pry ing o pen the door that’s (F)un leashed the bit ter ness that’s here in the midst of this.

Some (Am)times we live for (Bbmaj7)no one but our selves.

And what we’ve been striv ing for has turned in to noth ing more than (F)bod ies limp on the floor, vic tims of fall ing short.

We (Am)kiss good bye the (Bbmaj7)cheek of our true love.

(A)too.

You can for give me (Dm7)too.

And you can’t see past the blood on my hands

to see that you’ve been apt ly damned

to fail and fail

a gain.

’Cause we’re all

guilt y of the same things.

We think the thoughts wheth er or not we see them (A)through.

And I know

that I have been for giv (G)en,

and I just hope

you can for give me (A)too.

You can for give me (F)too.

You can for give me (Am)too.

You can for give me, can for give me, (F)can for give me, you can for give me (Am)too.

Forgiven by Relient K — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Forgiven” by Relient K 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 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 "Forgiven" 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 "Forgiven"?
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.
What other Relient K songs work for kids?
Try "I CELEBRATE THE DAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.