Is "Good Time" 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 "Good Time"?

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.

How many chords does "Good Time" use?

Just 5 chords: A7, B7, C, D7, E7. Take it one section at a time.

What other Alan Jackson songs work for kids?

Try "DRIVE", "THAT'D BE ALRIGHT", "DON'T ROCK THE JUKEBOX". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Good Time

· by Alan Jackson

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Lyrics

Work, work all week long, punch in’ that clock dusk ’til dawn.

Count in’ the days ’til Fri day night.

That’s when all the con di tions are right for a (A7)good time.

I need a (E7)good time.

Yeah, I’ve been (B7)work in’ all week and I’m tired and I don’t wan na (D7)sleep and I wan na have (A7)fun.

It’s time for a (E7)good time.

I cashed in my the check, cleaned my truck, put on my hat, for got a bout work.

Sun go in’ down, head a cross town, pick up my ba by and turn it a round.

(A7)Good time.

I’ve been (B7)work in’ all week and I’m tired and I don’t wan na (D7)sleep and I wan na have (A7)fun.

Time for a (E7)good time.

Pig in my the ground, beer on ice, just like ol’ Hank for taught us a bout.

Sing in’ a long Bo ce phus songs, row up dy friends by and all it night long.

(A7)Good time.

I’ve been (B7)work in’ all week and I’m tired and I don’t wan na (D7)sleep and I wan na have (A7)fun.

Time for a (E7)good time.

Heel toe, do si do, scoot in’ our boots, swing in’ doors.

B & D, Kix and Dunn, honk y tonk heav en, dou ble shot gun, (A7)good time.

Lord, we hav in’ a (E7)good time.

’Cause I’ve been (B7)work in’ all week and I’m tired and I don’t wan na (D7)sleep and I wan na have (A7)fun.

It’s time for a (E7)good time.

Shot of te qui la, beer on tap, sweet South ern wom an sit on my lap.

“G” with an “O,” “O” with a “D,” “T” with an “I” and an “M” and an “E” and a (A7)good time.

I’ve been (B7)work in’ all week and I’m tired and I don’t wan na (D7)sleep and I wan na have (A7)fun.

Time for a (E7)good time.

A shot of te qui la, beer on tap, a good look in’ wom an to sit on my lap.

A “G” with an “O,” an “O” with a “D,” a “T” with an “I,” an “M” with an “E,” that spells (A7)good time.

A (E7)good time.

Oh, I’ve been (B7)work in’ all week and I’m tired and I don’t wan na (D7)sleep and I wan na have (A7)fun.

Time for a (E7)good time.

Twelve o’ clock, two o’ clock, three o’ clock, four, five o’ clock, we know where that’s gon na go.

Clos in’ the door, shut tin’ ’em down, head for that Waf fle House way a cross town.

(A7)Good time.

Oh, I’ve been (B7)work in’ all week and I’m tired and I don’t wan na (D7)sleep and I wan na have (A7)fun.

It’s time for a (E7)good time.

Oh, I’ve been (B7)work in’ all week and I’m tired and I don’t wan na (D7)sleep and I wan na have (A7)fun.

It’s time for a (E7)good time.

Oh, I’ve been (B7)work ing all week and I’m tired and I don’t wan na (D7)sleep and I wan na have (A7)fun.

It’s time for a (E7)good time.

I need a good time.

Good time.

Good Time by Alan Jackson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Good Time” by Alan Jackson 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 E at 132 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "Good Time" 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 "Good Time"?: 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.
How many chords does "Good Time" use?: Just 5 chords: A7, B7, C, D7, E7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Alan Jackson songs work for kids?: Try "DRIVE", "THAT'D BE ALRIGHT", "DON'T ROCK THE JUKEBOX". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.