I'm Free (Heaven Helps The Man)

· by Dean Pitchford

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(F)Look ing in to your (G)eyes, I know I’m (Am)right.

If there’s (F)an y thing worth a (G)fear, it’s worth a (Am)fight.

(F)No one can tie my (G)hands

or (C)make me change my (F)plans.

I’m cross ing the line, jump ing the track, tak ing what’s mine and not look ing (E)back.

(C)Heav en helps the man who fights (Dm)his fear;

(C)ev ’ry day I face a (Gm)new fron tier.

(C)I can’t wor ry what the world will say.

(C)I may fly or fall, but (Gm)ei ther way,

I’m (F)free!

(F)Run ning a way will (G)nev er make you (Am)free.

If It (F)does n’t mat where you (G)go, I guar an (Am)tee.

(F)Long as we hold our (G)ground

or (C)we can not be (F)bound.

We’re shak ing the past, mak ing our breaks, tak ing con trol, if that’s what it (E)takes.

(C)Heav en helps the man who fights (Dm)his fear;

(C)we can face it down right (Gm)now, right here.

(C)Once you’re stand ing on your own two feet,

(C)you will not re treat if (Gm)you re peat:

I’m (F)free!

(A5)free!

I’m free!

We’re shak (F)free!

(G)Heav en helps the man.

(G)We can face it down.

(E)Heav en help me!

(Dm)Some one’s (G7)got to (Cmaj7)save his neigh bors.

Heav en (Em7)help me!

Oh, heav en (D7)help me!

If (F)heav en (G7sus)can’t,

who (G)can?

en helps the man.

Heav en helps the Who can?

en helps the man.

I’m (Am)free!

I'm Free (Heaven Helps The Man) by Dean Pitchford — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I'm Free (Heaven Helps The Man)” by Dean Pitchford 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 125 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 "I'm Free (Heaven Helps The Man)" 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 "I'm Free (Heaven Helps The Man)"?: 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 Dean Pitchford songs work for kids?: Try "LEARNING TO BE SILENT", "MAMA SAYS", "HEAVEN HELP ME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.