Keep On The Sunny Side

by The Carter Family

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Lyrics

There’s a (C)dark and a (F)trou bled side of (C)life,

but there’s a bright and a sun ny side (G)too.

the Though you (G7)meet with the dark ness and (C)strife,

the (G7)sun ny side you al so may (C)view.

Keep on the sun ny side, (F)al ways on the (C)sun ny side.

Keep on the sun ny side of (G)life.

It will (C)help us ev ’ry day, it will (F)bright en all the (C)way if we’ll (F)keep on the (G7sus)sun ny side of (C)life.

Though the (C)storm and its (F)fur ies rage to (C)day,

but crush ing hope that we cher ish so (G)dear,

and cloud and (G7)storm will in time pass a (C)way

and (G7)sun a gain will shine bright and (C)clear.

Keep on the sun ny side, (F)al ways on the (C)sun ny side.

Keep on the sun ny side of (G)life.

It will (C)help us ev ’ry day, it will (F)bright en all the (C)way if we’ll (F)keep on the (G7sus)sun ny side of (C)life.

(C)life.

(C)life,

if we’ll (F)keep on the (G7sus)sun ny side of (C)life.

Keep On The Sunny Side by The Carter Family — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Keep On The Sunny Side by The Carter Family 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 160 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 "Keep On The Sunny Side" 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 "Keep On The Sunny Side"?
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.