What If I Gave Everything

by Casting Crowns

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(Am)All my life, I longed to be a he (F)ro;

my (Am)sword raised high, (G)run ning to the bat (F)tle.

I was gon na take (Am)gi ants down,

be a man (F)You would write a bout.

(Am)Deep in my chest is the (G)heart of a war (C)rior,

so why am I still (Am)stand ing here?

(Dm7)Why am I still (Am)hold ing back from (C)You?

I (Dm7)hear You call me (Am)out in to (F)deep er (C)wa ters, but I (Gsus)set tle on the (Am)shal low end.

So why am I still (Am)stand ing here?

I’m so a (Am)fraid what it might cost to fol low (F)You.

I’d walk by (Am)faith if I could (G)get these feet (F)to move.

But I don’t wan na (Am)live that way.

I don’t wan na (F)look back some day

on a (Am)life that nev er stepped a cross (F)the line.

So why am I still (Am)stand ing here?

(Dm7)Why am I still (Am)hold ing back from (C)You?

Start ing You’ve giv en me a (Am)faith that can (F)move a (C)moun tain, but (Gsus)I’m still play ing (Am)in the sand,

(Dm7)build ing lit tle (Am)king doms that ’ll (F)nev er (C)stand.

Start ing I hear You call me (Am)out in to (F)deep er (C)wa ters, but I (Gsus)set tle on the (Am)shal low end.

I’m so tired of (Am)stand ing here.

What if I gave (Am)ev ’ry (G)thing to (F)You?

What if I gave

I’m read y to give (Am)ev ’ry thing,

say good bye to (Am)stand

(G)ing (C)here.

What If I Gave Everything by Casting Crowns — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “What If I Gave Everything 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 C at 84 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 "What If I Gave Everything" 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 "What If I Gave Everything"?
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.