What key is "Always" in?

"Always" by Kristian Stanfill is in the key of B with a tempo of 70 BPM. Difficulty: medium.

Is "Always" easy to play on piano?

This arrangement is rated medium. It requires comfort with chord shapes and basic hand independence. Expect 1-2 weeks of regular practice for a confident performance.

Can I play "Always" without reading sheet music?

Yes. Our player offers a falling-notes mode (Synthesia-style) and a beginner mode with color-coded keys — both let you play along without reading traditional notation.

What chords are used in "Always"?

This arrangement of "Always" uses 6 chords: B, Bsus4, E, Emaj9, F#, G#m7.

How long does it take to learn "Always" on piano?

2–4 weeks of consistent practice (20–30 min/day) for an intermediate player. Drill the tricky passages in isolation first.

Lyrics

foes are man y;

they rise a gainst me,

but I will hold my (Emaj9)ground.

I will not fear the war,

I will not fear the storm; my (G#m7)help is on the way,

my (Emaj9)help is on the way.

(B)Oh, my God,

He will not de lay;

my ref uge and strength,

al ways.

I (G#m7)will (F#)not (B)fear;

His (E)prom ise is true,

my (Bsus)God will come through

al ways,

al ways.

ble sur rounds me,

cha os a bound ing;

my soul will rest in (Emaj9)You.

I will not fear the war,

I will not fear the storm; my (G#m7)help is on the way,

my (Emaj9)help is on the way.

(B)Oh, my God,

He will not de lay;

my ref uge and strength,

al ways.

I (G#m7)will (F#)not (B)fear;

His (E)prom ise is true,

my (Bsus)God will come through

al ways,

al ways.

I lift my eyes up;

my help comes from

the Lord.

I lift my eyes up;

my help comes from

the Lord.

I lift my eyes up;

my help comes from

the Lord.

I lift my eyes up;

my help comes from

the Lord.

(B)Oh, my God,

He will not de lay;

my ref uge and strength,

al ways.

I (G#m7)will (F#)not (B)fear;

His (E)prom ise is true,

my (Bsus)God will come through

al ways.

I lift my eyes up;

my help comes from

the Lord.

I lift my eyes up;

my help comes from

the Lord.

I lift my eyes up;

my help comes from

the Lord.

I lift my eyes up;

my help comes from

the Lord.

Always by Kristian Stanfill

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Easy piano arrangement in the key of B at 70 BPM. Difficulty: medium. Color-coded notes — no sheet-reading skill required.

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About “Always”

What key is "Always" in?: "Always" by Kristian Stanfill is in the key of B with a tempo of 70 BPM. Difficulty: medium.
Is "Always" easy to play on piano?: This arrangement is rated medium. It requires comfort with chord shapes and basic hand independence. Expect 1-2 weeks of regular practice for a confident performance.
Can I play "Always" without reading sheet music?: Yes. Our player offers a falling-notes mode (Synthesia-style) and a beginner mode with color-coded keys — both let you play along without reading traditional notation.
What chords are used in "Always"?: This arrangement of "Always" uses 6 chords: B, Bsus4, E, Emaj9, F#, G#m7.
How long does it take to learn "Always" on piano?: 2–4 weeks of consistent practice (20–30 min/day) for an intermediate player. Drill the tricky passages in isolation first.