Dancing Through Life

by Stephen Schwartz

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The (Bb)trou ble with schools is

they (Ebm)al ways try to teach the wrong les (Bb)son.

Be (Gm7)lieve me, I’ve been kicked out of e (Ebmaj9)nough of them to (Cm11)know.

They (Bb)want you to be come less cal lous,

less shal low, but (Bb6)I say, (Bb7)“Why in vite (Eb)stress in?

Stop stud y ing (Fdim7)strife

and (F9sus)learn to live ‘the un ex am ined (G)life’”...

(G)Danc ing through life,

(Bm)skim ming the sur face, (C)glid ing where (D)turf is (Bm)smooth.

(Cm)Life’s more (F)pain less for the (Em)brain less.

(Eb)Why think too hard

(F)when it’s so (Fsus)sooth (D7)ing (G)danc ing through life?

(Bm)No need to tough it (C)when you can (D)slough it (Bm)off as I (Em)do.

(C)Noth ing (D)mat ters, but (Bm7)know ing noth ing (Em)mat ters

It’s just life,

so keep danc ing (G)through...

(G)Danc ing through life,

(Bm)sway ing and sweep ing, (C)and al ways (D)keep ing (Bm)cool.

(Cm)Life is (F)fraught less when you’re (Em)thought less.

(Eb)Those who don’t try

(F)nev er look (Fsus)fool (D7)ish...

(G)Danc ing through life...

(Bm)Mind less and care less (C)make sure you’re (D)where less (Bm)trou ble is (Em)rife...

(C)Woes are (D)fleet ing, but (Bm7)blows are noth glanc (Em)mat ing.

It’s just life,

so keep danc ing (G)through...

(Csus2)when you’re danc ing

through (G)life.

Let’s go down to the Oz dust Ball room.

We’ll (Gm)meet there lat er to night.

We can dance till it’s light.

Find the (Fsus)pret ti est (F)girl,

(E)give ’er a (A)whirl

(Dm)right (A7)on (Dm)down to the (Dm)Oz dust Ball room.

Come on, fol low me,

(F#)you’ll be hap py to (F7sus)be (D7)there...

(G5)Danc ing through life,

(G5)down at the Oz dust, if (C)on ly be (D)cause dust is (Bm)what we come (Em)to...

(C)Noth ing (D)mat ters, but (Bm7)know ing noth ing (Em)mat ters

it’s just life,

so keep danc ing (G)through.

Dancing Through Life by Stephen Schwartz — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Dancing Through Life” by Stephen Schwartz 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 100 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Dancing Through 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 "Dancing Through 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.