Stay Alive

by Jose Gonzalez

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Lyrics

(G)There is a rhy thm and (D)rush these (Em)days

where the lines don’t move and the (D)col ors don’t (C)fade.

(G)Leaves you emp ty, with (D)noth ing but (Em)dreams,

in a world gone shal low, in a (D)world gone (C)mean.

(G)Some times there’s things a man can not (Em)know;

the gears won’t turn and the (D)leaves won’t (C)grow;

there’s (G)no place to run and no gas o (Em)line;

en gine won’t turn and the (D)train won’t (C)leave,

(Em7)en gines won’t turn and the (D)train won’t (C)leave.

(G)I will stay with you to (C)night,

(D)hold you close ’til the (Em)morn ing (Am11)light.

In the (G)morn ing, watch the new day rise.

We (D)do what ev er just to (Em7)stay a (Am11)live,

we (D)do what ev er just to (Em)stay a (C)live.

Well, the (G)way I feel is the way I ride,

(Em7)rac ing like the thoughts of a (D)man who (C)lies;

but (G)there is a truth, and it’s on our side:

(Em7)dawn is com ing; (D)o pen your (C)eyes.

(Em11)Look in to the sun as the (D)new days (C)rise.

And (G)I will (Am)wait for (G)you to (C)night.

You’re (D)here for ev er and you’re (Em7)by my (A7sus)side.

(G)I’ve been wait ing all my life.

I can (D)feel your heart as it’s (Em7)keep ing (Am11)time.

We (D)do what ev er just to (Em7)stay a (C6/9)live.

(G5)Dawn is com ing; (Dsus)o pen your eyes.

(G5)Dawn is com ing; (Dsus)o pen your eyes.

(G5)Dawn is com ing; (Dsus)o pen your eyes.

(G5)Dawn is com ing; (Dsus)o pen your eyes.

(G5)Look in to the sun (G5)as the (Dsus)new days (Em7)rise.

(G)There is a rhy thm and (D)rush these (Em7)days

where the lines don’t move and the (D)col ors don’t (C)fade.

(G)Leaves you emp ty, with (D)noth ing but (Em7)dreams,

in a world gone shal low, in a (D)world gone (C)mean.

(G)There is a truth, and it’s on our side.

Dawn is com ing; (D)o pen your (C)eyes.

(Em)Look in to the sun as the (D)new days (C)rise.

Stay Alive by Jose Gonzalez — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Stay Alive” by Jose Gonzalez 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 66 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 "Stay Alive" 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 "Stay Alive"?
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 "Stay Alive" use?
Just 14 chords: A7, Am, Amin, C, C6, Cmaj, Cmaj9, D, +6 more. Take it one section at a time.