Take Me Away

· by Avril Lavigne

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Lyrics

I can not find a way (C)to de (D)scribe it.

It’s there in side; I all I do is hide.

this.

I wish that it would just want go a way.

you.

What would you do I you do you’d if you knew?

’cause no What would you do?

All the pain I thought I knew.

All the thoughts lead back to you.

Back to what was nev er said.

Back and forth in side my head.

(Em)I can’t (Cmaj7)han dle (D)this con fu sion.

(Em)I’m un (Cmaj7)a ble, (D)come and (CN.C.)take me a way.

I feel like I a am (C)all a (D)lone.

it.

All by my self; I need to get a round this.

My words are cold; I don’t want them to hurt you.

If I show you I don’t think you’d un der stand, ’cause no one un der stands.

All the pain I thought I knew.

All the thoughts lead back to you.

Back to what was nev er said.

Back and forth in side my head.

(Em)I can’t (Cmaj7)han dle (D)this con fu sion.

(Em)I’m un (Cmaj7)a ble, (D)come and (CN.C.)take me a way.

(D)come and take me a way.

I’m go ing no where on and on and

I’m get ting no where on and take me a way.

I’m go ing no where on and on and off and on and off and on.

All the pain (D)come and take me a way.

Take (A5)me a way.

Take (A5)me a way.

Take (A5)me a way.

Take Me Away by Avril Lavigne — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Take Me Away” by Avril Lavigne 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 E at 100 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 "Take Me Away" 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 "Take Me Away"?: 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 "Take Me Away" use?: Just 7 chords: Am7, Apow, C, Cmaj7, D, Em, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Avril Lavigne songs work for kids?: Try "MOBILE", "TOMORROW", "EVERYBODY HURTS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.