He Is Not Dead Yet

by Monty Python's Spamalot

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I am (C)not dead yet, I can (G7)dance and I can sing.

I am not dead yet, I can (C)do the High land Fling.

I am not dead yet, no (F)need to go to bed.

No (G)need to call a (G7)doc tor, ’cause I’m (C)not (F)yet (C)dead.

He is (C)not yet dead, that’s can (G7)what the geez er said.

Oh, he’s not yet dead, that can (C)man is off his head.

He is not yet dead.

no (F)Put him back in bed.

No (G)Keep him off the (G7)cart be cause he’s (C)not (F)yet (C)dead.

He is (C)not (F)yet (C)dead.

Well, (C)now he’s dead.

You (G7)whacked him on the head.

Sure, now he’s dead.

It (C)makes me just see red.

You are such a brute to (F)mur der that old coot.

You (G)hom i cid al (G7)bas tard, now he’s (C)real (F)ly (C)dead.

(CN.C.)Who is the knave who put him in his grave and who needs to man age his an ger?

My (F)name is Lan ce (C7)lot.

I’m big and strong and (F)hot.

Oc ca sional ly I (C7)do some things that I should (F)not.

I (G)want to be a (C)knight but (G)I don’t like to (C)fight.

I’m (G)rath er scared I (C)may

(D7)sim ply run a (G)way.

I’ll be (Ab)right with you, Rob in, (Eb7)through and through and through.

So, stick with me and I’ll (Ab)show you what to do.

We’ll re main good chums.

You can (Db)teach me how to (Ddim)dance.

We’re (Eb7)go ing to en list.

I’m Rob in (Ab)and (Db)I’m (Ab)Lance.

(E7)Oh, we’re (A)off to war be (E7)cause we’re not yet dead.

We will all en list as the (A)Knights that Ar thur led.

I am com ing, too.

My (D)name will be Sir (D#dim)Fred.

(E7)I’ll be your mu si cian ’cause I’m (A)not (D)yet (A)dead.

(D7)No, we’re (G)not yet dead.

To (D7)Cam e lot we go to en list in stead, to (G)try and make some dough.

And so, al though we (C)should have stayed in bed, we’re (D7)go ing off to war be cause we’re (G)not (C)yet (G)dead.

We’re (D7)go ing off to war.

We’ll have girl friends by the score.

(CN.C.)We’ll be shot by Mi chael Moore, ’cause we’re (D7)not

yet

(G)dead.

(G)Not (C)yet (G)dead.

He Is Not Dead Yet by Monty Python's Spamalot — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “He Is Not Dead Yet” by Monty Python's Spamalot 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 C at 172 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 "He Is Not Dead Yet" 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 "He Is Not Dead Yet"?
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 Monty Python's Spamalot songs work for kids?
Try "All For One", "Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life", "Brave Sir Robin". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.