It Is Well With My Soul

by Philip P. Bliss

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Lyrics

(C)When peace like a (G)riv er at (Dm7)tend (G)eth my (C)way,

when (Am)sor rows like sea bil lows (G)roll;

what (C)ev er (E)my (F)lot, Thou hast (D)taught

me to (G)say

(F)it is (C)well,

it is (F)well

(G7)with my (C)soul.

It is well

(G)(it (F)is (G)well)

with my soul

(G#dim)(with my (Am)soul).

It (C7)is (F)well,

it is (Dm7)well

(G7)with my (C)soul.

Though (C)Sa

tan should (G)buf

fet, though (Dm7)tri

(G)als should (C)come,

let (Am)this

blest as sur

ance con (G)trol,

that (C)Christ

has (E)re (F)gard

ed my (D)help

less es (G)tate,

(F)and has (C)shed

His own (F)blood

(G7)for my (C)soul.

It is well

(G)(it (F)is (G)well)

with my soul

(G#dim)(with my (Am)soul).

It (C7)is (F)well,

it is (Dm7)well

(G7)with my (C)soul.

Though (C)soul.

It Is Well With My Soul by Philip P. Bliss — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “It Is Well With My Soul” by Philip P. Bliss 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 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 "It Is Well With My Soul" 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 "It Is Well With My Soul"?
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.