One Wing In The Fire

by Trent Tomlinson

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(Eb)Dad dy’s been a back row Bap tist with his (Ab)share of front row sin,

with (Eb)Sat ur day night still on his breath ev ’ry (Fm)Sun day when he’d walk (Bb)in.

He’s nev er (Eb)led the ben e dic tion,

he’s nev er sang (Eb7)in the (Ab)choir.

But he’s an (Eb)an gel with no (Ab)ha lo

and (Fm)one wing in the (Eb)fire.

(Eb)Ma ma lives ways by the Bi for ble,

the (Ab)Bi ble lives by the bed.

She’s (Eb)lied a lone so man y nights with (Fm)scrip tures in her head,

I pray in’, (Eb)“Good Lord, just be with him.

I know his (Eb7)faith is (Ab)tired.

But he’s an (Eb)an gel with no (Ab)ha lo

and (Fm)one wing in the (Eb)fire.”

And I (Ab)know he lives a lit tle left of (Cm)liv in’ right.

And (Ab)he’s come close to go in’ way too far a few times.

But I’d (Cm)trade a thou sand prayers if just one (Ab)prayer would come (Eb)true.

Lord, (Fm7)please

be (Eb)lieve

in (Ab)him

like I be (Bb)lieve in

You.

(Eb)Dad dy’s al ways been there Bi for me

from (Ab)T ball lives to touch downs.

She’s (Eb)Fixed my car and fixed my heart when (Fm)they’ve been bro ken down.

I know he (Eb)calls for more for give ness

than most folks (Eb7)do re (Ab)quire.

But he’s an (Eb)an gel with no (Ab)ha lo

and (Fm)one wing in the (Eb)fire.”

And I (Ab)know he lives a lit tle left of (Cm)liv in’ right.

And (Ab)he’s come close to go in’ way too far a few times.

But I’d (Cm)trade a thou sand prayers if just one (Ab)prayer would come (Eb)true.

Lord, (Fm7)please

be (Eb)lieve

in (Ab)him

like I be (Bb)lieve in

You.

Well, (Eb)I just can’t i mag ine

what (Ab)heav en might be like

if (Eb)me and Ma ma make it with out (Fm)Dad dy by our side.

Lord, (Eb)could you please re mem ber

when it’s time to (Eb7)call us

high er,

that he’s an (Eb)an gel with no (Ab)ha lo

and (Fm)one wing in

the fire.

One Wing In The Fire by Trent Tomlinson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “One Wing In The Fire” by Trent Tomlinson 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 120 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 "One Wing In The Fire" 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 "One Wing In The Fire"?
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.