Nobody's Fool

· by Brad Paisley

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Lyrics

Had the time of my life

be fore I could see

what was real ly (G7)go in’ on and what you

real ly thought of me.

Look at me now.

laugh

’cause (Em)Eyes o pen wide.

it feels when you (A7)Wis er to day but and driv in’ a way well, with (D7)my shat tered pride.

Now I’m (B)no

bod y’s (C)fool.

It ain’t no (Em)fun it an y (C)more.

’Cause now that I’m (B)no

bod y’s (C)fool,

I’d rath er be (G)yours.

Well, you know what they say.

The truth sets you free.

what And that’s just (G7)great in’ un less what you

don’t ly wan na be.

You keep the last laugh

’cause (Em)I don’t like how it feels when you (A7)save er face, day but your heart in’ breaks, way well, you’ve (D7)cut the wrong deal.

Now I’m (B)no

bod y’s (C)fool.

I miss the (Em)way it was be (C)fore.

Don’t wan na be (B)no

bod y’s (C)fool.

I wan na be (G)yours.

(G)yours,

yours,

yours.

’Cause (G)I’m a fool (C)an y way,

wheth er I (C#dim7)leave or stay.

So, (G)why, why did (D)I have to (G)run?

I wan na (C)make you laugh,

I wan na (C#dim7)make you smile.

I wan na (G)feel like I be (Em)long to some (Am)one.

Now I’m (B)no

bod y’s (C)fool.

It ain’t no (Em)fun

an y (C)more.

Don’t wan na be (B)no

bod y’s (C)fool.

I wan na be (G)yours,

(C)yours.

Don’t wan na be (B7)no bod y’s (C)fool.

I wan na be yours.

Nobody's Fool by Brad Paisley — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Nobody's Fool” by Brad Paisley 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 G at 99 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 "Nobody's Fool" 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 "Nobody's Fool"?: 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 Brad Paisley songs work for kids?: Try "LETTER TO ME", "TWO PEOPLE FELL IN LOVE", "TICKS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.