Like An Avalanche

by Hillsong United

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(Bbm)Beau ti ful (Db)God,

(Ab)lay ing Your (Gb)maj es ty a side.

You (Ab)reached out in (Gb)love to show me life.

(Ab)Lift ed from (Gb)dark ness in to light.

(Db)Oh.

(Bbm)King for a (Db)slave,

(Ab)trad ing Your (Gb)right eous ness for shame.

De (Ab)spite all my (Gb)pride and fool ish ways.

For (Ab)Caught in Your (Gb)in fi nite em brace.

(Db)Oh.

And I

(Db)find my self (Ab)here on my (Gb)knees a gain,

(Db)caught up in (Ab)grace like an (Gb)av a lanche.

(Db)Noth ing com (Ab)pares to this (Bbm)love,

(Ab)love,

(Gb)love,

burn ing in my heart.

(Bbm)Sav ior and (Db)Friend,

(Ab)breath ing Your (Gb)life in to my heart.

Your (Ab)Word is the (Gb)lamp un to my path.

For (Ab)ev er I’m (Gb)hum bled by Your love.

(Db)Oh.

And I

(Db)find my self (Ab)here on my (Gb)knees a gain,

(Db)caught up in (Ab)grace like an (Gb)av a lanche.

(Db)Noth ing com (Ab)pares to this (Bbm)love,

(Ab)love,

(Gb)love,

burn ing in my heart.

(Gb)love,

burn ing in my heart.

heart.

(Bbm)Take my life, (Ab)take (Db)all that I am.

With (Gb)all that I am, I will (Db)love

(Ab)You.

(Bbm)Take my heart, (Ab)take (Db)all that I have.

(Gb)Je sus, how I a (Db)dore

(Ab)You.

(Bbm)Take my life, (Ab)take (Db)all that I am.

With (Gb)all that I am, I will (Db)love

(Ab)You.

(Bbm)Take my heart, (Ab)take (Db)all that I have.

(Gb)Je sus, how I a (Db)dore

(Ab)You.

(Gb)Je sus, how I a (Db)dore

(Ab)You.

And I (Bbm)love,

(Ab)love,

(Gb)love.

Like An Avalanche by Hillsong United — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Like An Avalanche” by Hillsong United 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 Gb at 84 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "Like An Avalanche" 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 "Like An Avalanche"?
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.
How many chords does "Like An Avalanche" use?
Just 4 chords: Ab, Bbm, Db, Gb. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Hillsong United songs work for kids?
Try "SO WILL I", "TOUCH THE SKY", "FROM THE INSIDE OUT". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.