For The Good Times

by Ray Price

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Lyrics

Don’t look so (Gm)sad;

I

know it’s (F)o ver;

but life goes (Gm)on

and this old (C7)world

will keep on (F)turn ing.

Let’s just be (Bb)glad

we had some (C)time row to spend to (F)geth er.

(F7)There’s no (Bb)need to watch the (Gm)bridg es that we’re (C7)burn ing.

Lay your (F)head

up on my (C7)pil low,

hold your (C)warm

and ten der bod y close to (F)mine.

Hear the (F)whis per (Fmaj7)of the (F7)rain drops

(F)blow ing (Bb)soft a gainst the (Bbm)win dow

and make be lieve you (Gm)love me

one more (C7)time,

for the (F)good times.

I’ll get a (Gm)long;

you’ll

find an (F)oth er;

and I’ll be (Gm)here

if you should (C7)find

you ev er (F)need me.

Don’t say a (Bb)word

a bout to (C)mor row

to or for (F)ev er.

(F7)There’ll be (Bb)time e nough for (Gm)sad ness

when you (C7)leave me.

Lay your (F)head

up on my (C7)pil low,

hold your (C)warm

and ten der bod y

close to (F)mine.

Hear the (F)whis per (Fmaj7)of the (F7)rain drops

(F)blow ing (Bb)soft a gainst the (Bbm)win dow

and make be lieve you (Gm)love me

one more (C7)time,

for the (F)good times.

I’ll get a (F)good times.

For The Good Times by Ray Price — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “For The Good Times” by Ray Price 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 Bb 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 "For The Good Times" 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 "For The Good Times"?
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 Ray Price songs work for kids?
Try "BEST THING THAT EVER HAPPENED TO ME", "FOR THE GOOD TIMES", "Heartaches By The Number". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.