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I Bet My Life

· by Imagine Dragons

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Lyrics

(Bm)Ooh,

(Bm)ooh.

I know I (A)took the path that (D)you would nev er want for me.

I know I (A)let you down, didn’t I?

So man y sleep less nights where (D)you were wait in’ up on me.

Well, I’m just a slave un to the night.

Now, re (Bm)mem ber when I told you that’s the last you’ll see of me?

Re (Bm)mem ber when I broke you down to tears?

I know I (A)took the path that (D)you would nev er want for me.

I gave you hell through all the years.

So I, I (G)bet my (D)life,

I (G)bet my (D)life,

I (G)bet my (D)life on (A)you, ooh, ooh.

(D)I, I (G)bet my (D)life,

I (G)bet my (D)life,

I (G)bet my (D)life on (A)you, ooh, ooh.

So I, I (G)bet my (D)life,

I (G)bet my (D)life,

I (G)bet my (D)life on (A)you, ooh, ooh.

(D)I, I (G)bet my (D)life,

I (G)bet my (D)life,

I (G)bet my (D)life on (A)you, ooh, ooh.

(Em)Ooh.

(Em)Don’t tell me that I’m (A7)wrong.

I’ve walked that road be fore and (A)left you on your (D)own.

And (Em)please be lieve them when they (A7)say that it’s left for yes ter day and the (A)rec ords that I play.

(B)Please for give me

for (A)all

(CN.C.)I’ve done.

So (D)I, I (G)bet my (D)life,

I (G)bet my (D)life,

I (G)bet my (D)life on (A)you, ooh, ooh.

(D)I, I (G)bet my (D)life,

I (G)bet my (D)life,

I (G)bet my life on (A)you, ooh, ooh.

(D)I,

I (D)bet my,

I (D)bet my,

I (D)bet my...

(D)I,

I (D)bet my life,

I (D)bet my life,

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I Bet My Life by Imagine Dragons — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Bet My Life” by Imagine Dragons 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 D at 105 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 "I Bet My 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 "I Bet My 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.
How many chords does "I Bet My Life" use?: Just 8 chords: A, A7, B, Bm, C, D, Em, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Imagine Dragons songs work for kids?: Try "ON TOP OF THE WORLD", "DREAM", "BIRDS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.