Take My Life

by Chris Tomlin

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Take My Life

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Chris Tomlin88 BPM

Lyrics

Take my life and (C)let it (Dm)be (Bb)con (F)se (Gm7)crat ed, (Csus)Lord, to Thee.

Take my mo ments (C)and my (Dm)days, (Bb)let (F)them (Gm7)flow in (Csus)cease less praise.

Take my hands and (Bbmaj7)let them move

at the im pulse (Csus)of Thy (F)love.

Take my feet and (C)let them (Dm)be (Bb)swift (F)and (Gm7)beau ti (Csus)ful for Thee.

Take my voice and (C)let me (Dm)sing (Bb)al (F)ways, (Gm7)on ly (Csus)for my King.

Take my lips and (C)let them (Dm)be (Bb)filled (F)with (Gm7)mes sag (Csus)es from Thee.

Take my sil ver (Bbmaj7)and my gold,

not a mite would (Csus)I with (F)hold.

Take my in tel (C)lect and (Dm)use (Bb)ev (F)’ry (Gm7)pow er (Csus)as You choose.

Here am (Gm7)I,

all of (Csus)me.

Take my (Gm7)life,

it’s all for (Csus)Thee.

(Csus)all for Thee.

Take my self and (C)I will (Dm)be (Bb)ev (F)er, (Gm7)on ly (Csus)all for Thee.

Here am (Gm7)I,

all of (Csus)me.

Take my (Gm7)life,

it’s all for (Csus)Thee.

Here am (Gm7)I,

all of (Csus)me.

Take my (Gm7)life,

it’s all for (Csus)Thee.

Here am

Take my life and (C)let it (Dm)be (Bb)con (F)se (Gm7)crat ed, (Csus)Lord, to Thee.

Take My Life by Chris Tomlin — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Take My Life” by Chris Tomlin 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 105 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 "Take My Life" 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 My Life"?
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.