Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life

by Monty Python's Spamalot

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Some (Cdim7)things in life are bad.

They can (G)real ly make you (Em7)mad.

(D)Oth er things just make you swear and (G)curse.

When you’re (Am7)chew in’ on life’s gris tle, don’t (E7)grum ble.

Give a whis tle!

And (A7)this ’ll help things turn out for the (Am7)best...

(D)And, (G)al ways (Em)look on the (Am7)bright (D9)side of life.

(G)Al ways (Em)look on the (Am7)right (D9)side of life.

If (D7)life seems jol ly rot ten, there’s (G)some thing you’ve for (Em)got ten, and (Am7)that’s to laugh and (D9)smile and dance and (G)sing.

When you’re (D7)feel ing in the dumps, Give the (E)don’t be sil ly chumps.

Just (A)purse your (G)lips and (Cm6)whis tle, (A7)that’s the (D)thing!

(D)And, (G)al ways (Em)look on the (Am7)bright (D9)side of life.

(G)Al ways (Em)look on the (Am7)right (D9)side of life.

For (D7)life is quite ab surd, ten, and (G)death’s the fi nal (Em)word.

You must (Am7)al ways face the (D9)cur tain with a (G)bow!

When For (D7)get a bout your sin.

Give the (E)au di ence a grin.

En (A)joy it, (G)it’s your (Cm6)last chance (A7)an y (D)thing!

(D)And, how!

(Ab)Al ways (Fm)look on the (Bbm7)bright (Eb9)side of death,

(Ab)just be (Fm)fore you (Bbm7)draw your (Eb9)ter min al breath.

(Bbm7)Life’s a piece of (Eb7)shit, (Ab)when you look at (Fm)it.

(Eb9)Life’s a laugh and death’s a joke, it’s (Ab)true.

You’ll (Eb7)see it’s all a show.

Keep ’em (F)laugh ing as you go!

Just re (Bb)mem ber (Ab)that the (Dbm6)last laugh (Bb7)is on (Eb)you!

(A)Al ways (F#m)look on the (Bm7)bright (E9)side of life.

(C)Al ways (Am)look on the (Dm7)right (G9)side of (E)life.

(D7)Life is quite ab surd, and (Em)death’s the fi nal word.

You must (D9)al ways face the cur tain with a (G)bow!

For (D7)get a bout your sin.

Give the (E)au di ence a grin.

En (A)joy it, (G)it’s your (Cm6)last chance (A7)an y (D)how!

(Ab)Al ways (Fm)look on the (Bbm7)bright (Eb9)side of life.

(Ab)Al ways (Fm)look on the (Bbm7)bright

side of life,

(Eb7)side of life,

(Eb7)side of life.

Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life by Monty Python's Spamalot — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life” by Monty Python's Spamalot 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 100 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 "Always Look On The Bright Side Of 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 "Always Look On The Bright Side Of 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.
What other Monty Python's Spamalot songs work for kids?
Try "All For One", "Brave Sir Robin", "Come With Me". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.