All My Life

by Foo Fighters

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All my life I’ve been search ing for some thing.

Some thing nev er comes, nev er leads to noth ing.

Noth ing sat is fies but I’m get ting close, clos er to the prize at the end of the rope.

All night long I dream of the day.

When it comes a round, then it’s tak en a way.

Leaves me with the feel ing that I feel the most.

Feel it come to life when I see your ghost.

Calm down, don’t you re sist.

(Gm)You’ve such a del i cate wrist.

(Gm)And if I give it a twist,

(Gm)some thing to hold when I lose my grip.

(Gm)Will I find some thing in there

(Gm)to give me just what I need?

(Gm)An oth er rea son to bleed

(Gm)one by one hid den up my sleeve.

hide.

(G5)One by one hid den up my sleeve.

(Eb)Hey, don’t let it go to waste.

I love it, but I hate the taste.

(C)Weight

(F5)keep ing me (Bb5)down.

(Eb)Hey, don’t let it go to waste.

I love it, but I hate the taste.

(C)Weight

(F5)keep ing me (Bb5)down.

Will I a be liev er?

(Gm)An oth er one who be lieves.

(Gm)An oth er one to de ceive.

(Gm)Ov er and ov er down on my knees.

(Gm)If I get an y clos er.

(Gm)And if you op en up wide.

(Gm)And if you let me in side.

(Gm)On and on I’ve got noth ing to hide.

(G5)On and on I’ve got noth ing to (Eb)Hey, don’t let it go to waste.

I love it, but I hate the taste.

(C)Weight

(F5)keep ing me (Bb5)down.

(Eb)Hey, don’t let it go to waste.

I love it, but I hate the taste.

(C)Weight

(F5)keep ing me (Bb5)down.

All my life I’ve been search ing for some thing.

Some thing nev er comes, nev er leads to noth ing.

Noth ing sat is fies but I’m get ting close, clos er to the prize at the end of the rope.

(Gm)All night long I dream of the day.

When it comes a round then it’s tak en a way.

Leaves me with the feel ing that I feel the most.

Feel it come to life when I see your ghost.

And I’m done, done, on to the next one.

Done, done and I’m on to the next one.

Done, done and I’m on to the next one.

Done, done and I’m on to the next one.

Done, done and I’m on to the next one.

Done, done and I’m on to the next one.

Done, done and I’m on to the next one.

Done, I’m done and I’m on to the next.

Done, done, on to the next one.

Done, I’m done and I’m on to the next one.

Done, done, on to the next one.

Done, I’m done and I’m on to the next.

(G5)Done, done, on to the next one.

Done, I’m done and I’m on to the next.

All My Life by Foo Fighters — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “All My Life by Foo Fighters 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 Eb at 160 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 "All My Life" 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 "All My Life"?
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 "All My Life" use?
Just 8 chords: Am, Bbm, Bbpow, C, Eb, Fpow, Gm, Gpow. Take it one section at a time.
What other Foo Fighters songs work for kids?
Try "LEARN TO FLY", "BEST OF YOU", "Something From Nothing". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.