Nothin' But A Good Time

by Teddy Geiger
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Lyrics

(G)Ooh.

(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 — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "Nothin' But A Good Time" by Teddy Geiger: lyrics on screen with the chords above each line and a bouncing ball that lands on every word in time. Sing along, or play along on guitar or piano from the chord chart. Change the key to fit your voice, slow the tempo down. Key of G, 126 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Nothin' But A Good Time”

What key is "Nothin' But A Good Time" by Teddy Geiger played in?
Nothin' But A Good Time is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Nothin' But A Good Time"?
The arrangement plays at 126 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Nothin' But A Good Time" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "Nothin' But A Good Time"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Nothin' But A Good Time"?
"Nothin' But A Good Time" was originally performed by Teddy Geiger. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Nothin' But A Good Time"?
This arrangement uses 6 chords: C, Csus4, F, Fmaj7, G, Gsus4.
What other songs by Teddy Geiger can I play here?
Try "THESE WALLS". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is there a karaoke version of "Nothin' But A Good Time" with lyrics?
Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Nothin' But A Good Time" by Teddy Geiger. The lyrics appear on screen a line at a time and each word lights up exactly when it's sung, with a bouncing ball leading you word to word. A backing plays underneath so you can just sing.
Does it show chords so I can play along on guitar or piano?
It does — a chord symbol sits on a thin row just above the lyric it changes on, so the same screen doubles as a lyrics-and-chords chart. Guitarists can strum the changes and pianists can comp while singing; the chords are colour-coded and move with the live transpose if you change key.
Can I change the key of "Nothin' But A Good Time" to match my voice or capo?
Yes. The original is in G, but the live transpose control shifts the whole song up or down semitones until the melody sits in your range (or maps to an easier guitar shape / capo position) — the on-screen chords and the backing move with it.
Can I slow "Nothin' But A Good Time" down to learn the words and chords?
Yes — the tempo control lets you take it as slow as you need while the lyrics still light up in time and the ball keeps you on the beat. Speed it back up once you can sing and play it through.