Drink With Me (To Days Gone By)

by Claude-Michel Schonberg

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Lyrics

Drink with (Am)me

to days

gone by.

Sing with (Am)me

the songs

we knew.

Here’s to pret ty girls who (Cm)went to our heads.

Here’s to (F7)wit ty girls who (G)went to our beds.

Here’s to (Am)them

and (D)here’s

to (G)you!

Drink with (Am)me

to days

gone by.

Can it (Am)be

you fear

to die?

Will the world re mem ber (Cm)you when you fall?

Could it (F7)be your death means (G)noth ing at all?

Is your (Am)them

and (D)here’s

to (G)you!

Drink with (Am)life

just one

more lie?

Drink to (Am7)me

to (D7)days

gone (G)by.

To the (Am7)life

that (D7)used

to (G)be.

At the (G7)shrine of friend ship (Cm)nev er say die.

Let the (F7)wine of friend ship (G)nev er run dry.

Here’s to (Am)you

and here’s

to me.

Here’s to (Am)you

and (D)here’s

to (G)me.

Drink With Me (To Days Gone By) by Claude-Michel Schonberg — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Drink With Me (To Days Gone By)” by Claude-Michel Schonberg 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 "Drink With Me (To Days Gone By)" 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 "Drink With Me (To Days Gone By)"?
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 Claude-Michel Schonberg songs work for kids?
Try "A Heart Full Of Love", "A Little Fall Of Rain", "At The End Of The Day". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.