Best Years Of Our Lives (Part I)

· by Baha Men

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Lyrics

I (G)get such a (C)thrill when you (G)look in my (D)eyes.

My (G)heart skips a (C)beat, girl, I (D)feel so a (G)live.

I wan na So Please tell me, (C)ba by, if (G)all this is (D)true.

’Cause (G)deep down in (C)side all I (D)want ed was (G)you.

(G)Oh,

(G)makes me wan na dance.

(G)Oh,

(D)it’s a new ro mance.

Oh,

I (G)look in to your eyes.

(G)Oh,

(D)best years of our lives.

(G)When we first (C)met I could (G)hard ly be (D)lieve

the (G)things that would (C)hap pen and (D)we could a (G)chieve.

I wan na say, let’s be to (C)geth er for (G)all of our (D)time.

Oh (G)girl, I’m so (C)thank ful that (D)you are still (G)mine.

(G)Oh,

(G)makes me wan na dance.

(G)Oh,

(D)it’s a new ro mance.

Oh,

I (G)look in to your eyes.

(G)Oh,

(D)best years of our lives.

(D)best years of our (G)lives.

Best Years Of Our Lives (Part I) by Baha Men — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Best Years Of Our Lives (Part I)” by Baha Men 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 140 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 "Best Years Of Our Lives (Part I)" 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 "Best Years Of Our Lives (Part I)"?: 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 Baha Men songs work for kids?: Try "WHO LET THE DOGS OUT", "WHO LET THE DOGS OUT". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.