Joyful, Joyful

· by Casting Crowns

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Lyrics

(F)Joy ful, joy ful, we a dore You.

(Gm7)God of glo ry, Lord of love.

(F)Hearts un fold like flow’rs be fore You, (Gm7)o p’ning to the sun

a bove.

(F)Joy ful, joy ful, we a dore You, (Gm7)God of glo ry, Lord of love.

(F)Hearts un fold like flow’rs be fore You, (Gm7)o p’ning to the sun a bove.

(Gm)Melt the clouds of sin and sad ness, (Gm)drive the dark of doubt a way.

Joy ful, joy ful, we a dore You.

Hearts un fold like flow’rs be fore You.

Joy ful, joy ful, we a dore You.

Joy ful, we a dore You.

a way.

Joy ful, joy ful, (Dm)we (Bb)a dore You.

Hearts un fold like (Dm)flow’rs be fore You.

Joy ful, joy ful, (Dm)we (Bb)a dore You.

Joy ful, we a dore You.

God, our Fa ther, Christ, our Broth er, (Dm)all who (Bb)live in love are Thine.

Teach us (Dm)how to love each oth er, (Dm)lift us (Bb)to the joy di vine.

God, our (Dm)Fa ther, Christ, our Broth er, (Dm)all who (Bb)live in love are Thine.

Teach us (Dm)how to love each oth er, (Dm)lift us (Bb)to the joy di vine.

God, our (Dm)Fa

Joy ful, joy ful, we a dore You.

Hearts un fold like (Dm)flow’rs (Bb)be fore You.

Joy ful, joy ful, (Dm)we (Bb)a dore You.

Hearts un fold like (Dm)flow’rs (Bb)be fore You.

O God, our Fa ther,

all who live,

teach us how to love each oth er.

Joyful, Joyful by Casting Crowns — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Joyful, Joyful” 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 Bb 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 "Joyful, Joyful" 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 "Joyful, Joyful"?: 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 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.