Alive And Kicking

by Simple Minds

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Lyrics

You turned me (G)on.

You lift me up

like the sweet est cup I share with (G)you.

You lift me up.

Don’t you (F)ev er stop?

and the I’m in here with (G)you.

Now if it’s all or (C)noth ing ’cause if (F)you said you’ll fol low (G)through.

You’ll fol low me

and the (F)I’ll, ic’s I’ll, and I’ll fol low What you you.

na do when

you gon na do when it all backs up?

What you gon na do when the love burns down?

What you gon na do when the flames go up?

Who is gon na come and turn the tide?

What’s it gon na take to make a dream sur vive?

Who’s got the time to calm a storm in side?

Who’s gon na see you a live and (G)kick ing?

Stay un til your (C)love is

a live and (G)kick ing.

Stay un til your love is, un til your (F)love is a live and...

got the time to calm a storm in side?

Don’t (F)say good bye, don’t say good bye.

In the (Am)fi nal sec onds, who’s gon na save you?

(D)Ooh, oh, oh,

a live and kick (F)ing.

Oh, stay un til your (D)love is, love is a live and kick (C)ing.

(D)Ooh, oh, oh,

a live and kick (F)ing.

Oh, stay un til your (D)love is, love is a live and kick (C)ing.

(C)ing.

(G)Oh, oh,

a live and kick (C)ing.

Stay un til your (G)love is

a live and kick (C)ing.

(G)Ba da da da, ba ba da da da, ba (C)ba da oh,

(F)ba da oh.

(G)Ba da da da, ba ba da da da, ba (C)ba da oh,

(F)ba da oh.

Alive And Kicking by Simple Minds — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Alive And Kicking” by Simple Minds 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 G at 120 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "Alive And Kicking" 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 "Alive And Kicking"?
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.
How many chords does "Alive And Kicking" use?
Just 14 chords: Am, Am7, C, Cmaj7, Cpow, Csus2, D, Em, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Simple Minds songs work for kids?
Try "DON'T YOU", "Don't You (Forget About Me)", "Don't You (Forget About Me)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.