American Ride

by Toby Keith

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Win ter get tin’ cold er, (D5)sum mer get tin’ warm er, (A5)ti dal wave his com in’ ’cross the (E5)Mex i can the bor der.

Why buy a gal lon?

It’s (D5)cheap er by the bar rel.

Just don’t in’ get a ed sing in’ Christ to mas a car ols.

That’s us, that’s right, got ta love this A (E)mer i can ride.

Both ends of the (D)o zone burn in’, fun ny how the (E)world keeps turn in’.

Look, ma, no hands, I love this A mer i can

(D)ride.

Got ta love this A (E)mer i can ride.

Ma ma gets her rocks off (D5)watch in’ “Des p’rate House wives”; (A5)Dad dy works his can in’ off the (E5)pay in’ for the good life.

Kids on the You Tube It’s (D5)learn in’ how to be rel.

cool.

don’t in’ in a ed world, in’ pays to be a mean girl.

That’s us, that’s right, got ta love this A (E)mer i can ride.

Both ends of the (D)o zone burn in’, fun ny how the (E)world keeps turn in’.

Hot dog, hot damn, I love this A mer i can

(D)ride.

Got ta love this A (E)mer i can ride.

(B)Poor lit tle in fa “Miss” A mer i ca’s down; she (A)gained five pounds and (E)lost her crown.

fix, plas tic sur gi cal an ti dote; (A)got her self a rec ord deal, (CN.C.)can’t e ven sing a note.

(E5)Plas ma get tin’ big ger, (D5)Je sus get tin’ small er, (A5)spill a cup o’ cof fee, (E5)make a mil lion dol lars.

Cus toms caught a thug with an (D5)aer o sol can.

If the (A)shoe don’t fit, the fit’s gon na hit the shan.

(E)mer i can ride.

Na na na (D5)na na na na, (A)na na na (E5)na na na na.

Na na na (D5)na na na na, (A)na na na na na.

American Ride by Toby Keith — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “American Ride by Toby Keith 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 A at 172 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 "American Ride" 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 "American Ride"?
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 "American Ride" use?
Just 8 chords: A, Apow, B, C, D, Dpow, E, Epow. Take it one section at a time.
What other Toby Keith songs work for kids?
Try "CRYIN' FOR ME", "GOD LOVE HER", "SHE NEVER CRIED IN FRONT OF ME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.