Let Me Live

by Ali Payami

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Lyrics

(Am7)Do I have the sight

And (Cmaj7)to face what I got ta see?

(Dm7)Do I have the strength

be to tween (Em7)fight my in se cur i (F)ties?

Oh, can’t (Am7)Can’t hold my grip, think I’m los in’ con trol.

What’s (Cmaj7)left of my am bi tions is fad swal low ing me slow.

(Dm7)Do I have Got the ta strength

find to (Em)get where to I need to (F)go?

Is an y bod y near (Em7)me?

Does an y bod y feel (F)me?

This is what I need.

Wish I could (Dm7)be a lit tle bit brav (Em7)er, a lit tle more soon (F)er.

A lit tle more cool er.

in’?

There’s (Am7)some thin’ in, some thin’ in side of me.

(C)Some thin’ in, some thin’ in side of me scream in’ (Dm7)oh,

let me live out loud.

(Em7)Oh,

let me (F)live, let me live.

A (Am7)fraid to be the strong.

And (Cmaj7)too strong to be got a fraid.

(Dm7)Caught up in a daze

be to tween (Em7)stay in’ and run nin’ a (F)way.

Oh, can’t (Am7)be a good girl and just do what I’m told.

What’s (Cmaj7)Can’t let this am pil low just fad swal low ing me whole.

(Dm7)Do I have Got the ta go

find the (Em)strength where to car ry this (F)load.

Is an y bod y near (Em7)me?

Does an y bod y feel (F)me try’n to break I free?

Wish I could (Dm7)be a lit tle bit loud (Em7)er, a lit tle more of (F)ten.

Can you tle hear me talk in’?

There’s (Am7)some thin’ in, some thin’ in side of me.

(C)Some thin’ in, some thin’ in side of me scream in’ (Dm7)oh,

let me live out loud.

(Em7)Oh,

let me (F)live, let me live.

A (Am7)Some thin’ in, some thin’ in side of me.

(C)Some thin’ in, some thin’ in side of me scream in’ (Dm7)oh,

let me live out loud.

(Em7)Oh,

let me (F)live, let me live.

(C)Oh,

let me.

Let me (Em)live out loud.

Is an y bod y near (Em7)me?

Does an y bod y feel (F)me?

This is what I need.

Wish I could (Dm)be a lit tle bit brav (Em7)er, a lit tle more soon (F)er.

A lit tle more cool er.

There’s (F)live, let me live.

Let Me Live by Ali Payami — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Let Me Live” by Ali Payami 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 96 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 "Let Me Live" 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 "Let Me Live"?
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.