Set Me Free

by Casting Crowns

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Lyrics

It has n’t al ways been this (Bbmaj7)way.

I re mem ber bright er days

be fore the dark ones came,

(Dm)stole my mind,

wrapped my soul in chains.

Now I (Dm7)live a mong the (Bbmaj7)dead,

fight ing voic es in my (Gsus2)head,

hop ing some one hears me (Dm)cry ing in the night and car ries me a way.

Set me (Bb)free

of the (Dm)chains hold ing me.

Is (Bb)an y bod y out there hear ing (Gsus)me?

Set me (Dm)free.

Morn ing breaks, an oth er day

finds me cry ing in the rain.

All a lone with my de mons, I am.

Who is this (Dm7)Man that comes my (Bbmaj7)way?

The dark ones shriek, they scream His (Gsus2)name.

Is this the One they say will (Dm)set the cap tives free?

Je sus, res cue me.

Set me

Set me (C)free.

As the God Man pass es by,

He (Bb)looks straight through my eyes,

and dark ness can not hide.

Do you want to be free?

Lift your (Dm)chains; I hold the key.

All (Bb)pow’r on Heav’n and Earth be long to (Gsus)me.

Do you want to be free?

Lift your (Dm)chains; I hold the key.

All (Bb)pow’r on Heav’n and Earth be long to (Gsus)me.

Do you want to be

You are (Dm)free.

You are (Bb)free.

You are (Dm)free.

Set Me Free by Casting Crowns — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Set Me Free” 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 92 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 "Set Me Free" 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 "Set Me Free"?
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.