With Arms Wide Open

by Creed

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Lyrics

Well (Csus2)I just heard

the (G)news to day.

It (Am11)seems my life

is gon na change.

I (Csus2)close my eyes.

be (G)gin to pray,

then (Am11)tears of joy

stream down my face.

With arms wide (F5)o pen.

un der the (Csus2)sun light,

wel come (E5)to this place.

I’ll show you (Dsus2)ev ’ry thing,

with arms wide (C5)o pen,

with arms wide (Am11)o pen.

Well (Csus2)I don’t know

if (G6)I’m read y

to (Am11)be the man

I have to be.

I’ll (Csus2)take a breath,

I’ll take her (G)by my side.

We (Am11)stand in awe;

we’ve cre a ted life.

With arms wide (F5)o pen,

un der the (C5)sun light,

wel come (E5)to this place.

I’ll show you (D5)ev ’ry thing

with arms wide (F5)o pen.

Now ev ’ry (C5)thing has changed

I’ll show you (E5)love,

I’ll show you (D5)ev ’ry thing

with arms wide (Csus2)o pen,

with arms wide o pen.

I’ll show you (Csus2)ev ’ry thing,

oh yeah,

with arms wide (Am11)o pen,

wide o pen.

If I had (C5)just one wish,

on ly (G)one de mand,

I hope he’s (Bb5)not like me,

I hope he (A5)un der stands

that he can (C5)take this life

and hold it (G)by the hand

and he can (Bb5)greet the world

with arms wide (A5)o pen.

With arms wide (Am11)o pen,

wide (Csus)o pen.

With Arms Wide Open by Creed — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “With Arms Wide Open” by Creed 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 110 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 "With Arms Wide Open" 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 "With Arms Wide Open"?
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.