Alive Again

by Matt Maher
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Lyrics

I woke up in dark ness,

sur round ed by si I lence.

Oh, (Eb)where,

where took have I (Bb)gone?

I I woke to re al i ty

as los ing its grip on me.

Oh, (Eb)where,

I’m where ing have I (Bb)gone?

’Cause I can (F)see the (Eb)light

be (F)fore I see the (Eb)sun rise.

You (Gm)called and You (Eb)shout ed,

(Bb)broke through my (F)deaf ness.

Now I’m (Gm)breath ing in and (Eb)breath ing out.

(Bb)I’m a live a (F)gain.

You (Gm)shat tered my (Eb)dark ness,

(Bb)washed a way my (F)blind ness.

Now I’m (Gm)breath ing in and (Eb)breath ing out.

(Bb)I’m a live a (F)gain.

I Late have I loved You.

You wait ed for me, I searched for (Eb)You.

What took me so (Bb)long?

I was look to ing out i side,

as if love would ev er want to (Eb)hide.

I’m find ing I was (Bb)wrong.

’Cause I can (F)feel the (Eb)wind

be (F)fore it hits my (Eb)skin.

rise.

You (Gm)called and You (Eb)shout ed,

(Bb)broke through my (F)deaf ness.

Now I’m (Gm)breath ing in and (Eb)breath ing out.

(Bb)I’m a live a (F)gain.

You (Gm)shat tered my (Eb)dark ness,

(Bb)washed a way my (F)blind ness.

Now I’m (Gm)breath ing in and (Eb)breath ing out.

(Bb)I’m a live a (F)gain.

(F)gain.

(F)I’m a live a (Gm)gain.

’Cause I (Gm)want You, yes, I (Eb)want You.

I (Bb)need You, and (F)I’ll do what ev er I (Gm)have to just to (Eb)get through, ’cause I (Bb)love You, and I (F)love You.

You (F)gain.

Alive Again — Simple Sheet Music

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"Alive Again" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of Bb, 120 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Alive Again”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Alive Again"?
Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
What key is "Alive Again" by Matt Maher played in?
Alive Again is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Alive Again"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Alive Again" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Alive Again"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Alive Again"?
"Alive Again" was originally performed by Matt Maher. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Matt Maher can I play here?
Try "Adoration", "Behold the Lamb of God", "EMPTY AND BEAUTIFUL". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Alive Again". Key of Bb, 120 BPM.
What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.