Oh My Soul

by Casting Crowns

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(Ab)Oh, my soul, oh, how you wor ry.

I Oh, how you’re wea ry from fear ing you (Ab)lost con trol.

’Cause This was the one thing you did n’t see (Eb)com ing, and no one would (Ab)blame you, though, if you cried in pri vate, if you tried to hide it a way so (Ab)no one knows, no one will see if you stop be liev ing.

(Eb)Oh, my soul,

you are (Cm)not a lone.

There’s a (Bb)place where fear has to (Ab)face the God you (Eb)know.

(Cm)One more day,

He will (Ab)make a way.

Let Him (Bb)show you how you can (Ab)lay this down,

’cause you’re not a lone.

(Ab)Here and now, you can be hon est.

I won’t try to prom ise that some day it (Ab)all works out.

’Cause this is the val ley, you and e ven (Eb)now He is breath ing on (Ab)your dry bones.

And there will be danc ing, if there will be beau ty where beau ty (Ab)ash and stone.

This much I know: if you stop be liev ing.

(Eb)Oh, my soul,

you are (Cm)not a lone.

There’s a (Bb)place where fear has to (Ab)face the God you (Eb)know.

(Cm)One more day,

He will (Ab)make a way.

Let Him (Bb)show you how you can (Ab)lay this down,

’cause you’re not a lone.

(Fm7)lay this down.

I’m not strong e nough; I can’t take an y more.

(You can lay it down, you can lay it down.) And my ship wrecked faith will nev er get me to shore.

(You can lay it down, you can lay it down.) Can He find me here?

Can He keep me from (Ab)go ing un der?

(Eb)Oh, my soul,

you are (Cm7)not a lone.

There’s a (Bb)place where fear has to (Ab)face the God you (Eb)know.

(Cm7)One more day,

He will (Ab)make a way.

Let Him (Bb)show you how you can (Ab)lay this down,

’cause you’re not a lone.

(Cm)Oh, my (Eb)soul, you’re not a (Absus2)lone.

Oh My Soul by Casting Crowns — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Oh My Soul 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 Ab at 78 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.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great workout for your left hand — the Alberti bass pattern runs through much of the song, and in the key of A♭ that means your fingers need to feel at home on those black keys without tension. Start hands-separate at around 55 BPM and let the left-hand pattern become automatic before you layer in the right hand. You'll encounter thirteen chords here, including some lush extended voicings like Abmaj9, Cm7, and Fm7; the trickiest transitions tend to be moving between those wider-spread maj7/maj9 shapes and the suspended chords (Bbsus4 especially likes to catch people off guard). Watch for syncopated rhythmic pushes in the melody — at 78 BPM it feels relaxed, but those offbeat entrances still need deliberate counting, so tap and count before you play. Use the sustain pedal to connect chord changes smoothly, but lift cleanly on each new harmony to avoid mud. Loop the verse-to-prechorus transition until it's effortless — that's where most stumbles live. This is the piece that will genuinely solidify your comfort with extended chords in a flat key, and that skill transfers to so many songs ahead.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Oh 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 "Oh 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.
How many chords does "Oh My Soul" use?
Just 13 chords: Ab, Abmaj7, Abmaj9, Absus2, Bb, Bbsus4, Cm, Cm7, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.
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.