Is "Nothin' But A 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 "Nothin' But A 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 "Nothin' But A Good Time" use?

Just 6 chords: C, Csus4, F, Fmaj7, G, Gsus4. Take it one section at a time.

What other Teddy Geiger songs work for kids?

Try "THESE WALLS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Nothin' But A Good Time

· by Teddy Geiger

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Lyrics

(G)Ooh.

(Gsus)spend Not a dime, ey I can’t (G)pay my and rent, I can (F)bare ly make it through you the week.

(C)spent last night.

(Gsus)Sat ur day night, I’d like to (G)make my girl, but right (F)now I can’t fun make ends ev ’ry (C)now and then.

I’m al ways (Gsus)work ing, slav ing, (G)ev ’ry day, got to get a way from that same old, same old.

I need a chance just to (G)get a way, if you could (F)hear me think, this is (C)what I’d say.

Don’t need noth ing but a (F)good time,

how can I re (G)sist?

Ain’t look ing for noth ing but a (F)good time and (C)it don’t get bet ter than (G)this.

They say I (Gsus)spend my a mon ey on can’t (G)wom en and wine, I but (F)I ly could n’t tell you where I (C)spent last night.

(Gsus)Sat I’m real ly ry ’bout the (G)shape I’m in, I just (F)like my can’t fun make ends ev ’ry (C)now and then.

I’m al ways (Gsus)work ing, slav ing, (G)ev ’ry day, got to get a way from that same old, same old.

I need a chance just to (G)get a way, if you could (F)hear me think, this is (C)what I’d say.

Don’t need noth ing but a (F)good time,

how can I re (G)sist?

Ain’t look ing for noth ing but a (F)good time and (C)it don’t get bet ter than (G)this.

They say I

You see I raise a toast to all (F)of us who are (C)break ing our backs ev ’ry day.

If want ing the good life is such (F)a crime,

then (C)Lord, put me a way.

Let’s do it.

Don’t need noth ing but a (F)good time,

how can I re (G)sist?

Ain’t look ing for noth ing but a (F)good time and (C)it don’t get bet ter than (G)this.

Don’t need noth ing but a (F)good time,

how can I re (G)sist?

Ain’t look ing for noth ing but a (F)good time and (C)it don’t get bet ter than (G)this.

Don’t need noth don’t get bet ter than, (G)don’t get bet ter than this.

Don’t get bet ter than this,

no it (G)don’t get bet ter than this.

(F)Don’t get bet ter than, (C)don’t get bet ter than, don’t get bet ter than, don’t get bet ter than (G)this.

Nothin' But A Good Time by Teddy Geiger — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Nothin' But A Good Time” by Teddy Geiger 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 126 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 "Nothin' But A 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 "Nothin' But A 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 "Nothin' But A Good Time" use?: Just 6 chords: C, Csus4, F, Fmaj7, G, Gsus4. Take it one section at a time.
What other Teddy Geiger songs work for kids?: Try "THESE WALLS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.