Boom Boom

by John Lee Hooker

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Lyrics

Boom, boom, boom, boom,

I gon na shoot you right down;

take you in my (F7)arms, row,

I’m in love with (C)you.

Love that is true,

boom, boom, it boom, (C)boom.

I like the way you walk,

I like the way you you talk.

When you walk that (F7)walk, row,

and you talk the (C)talk,

you knock me out,

right off it my (C)feet.

I I need you right Come on and shake, (Shake it, ba by) shake it up, ba (Shake it, ba by) on, now, ba (Shake it, ba by) don’t mean may (Shake it, ba by) driv in’ me cra (Shake it, (F7)ba by) on come on.

(Shake it, ba by) on and shake, (Shake it, ba by) shake it up, ba (Shake it, ba by) on, now, ba (Shake it, ba by) don’t mean may (Shake it, ba by) on, in’ come on, (Shake it, (F7)ba by) right, all right.

(Shake it, ba by) on and (Shake it, ba by)

Boom Boom by John Lee Hooker — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Boom Boom” by John Lee Hooker 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 C at 152 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 "Boom Boom" 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 "Boom Boom"?
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 "Boom Boom" use?
Just 4 chords: C, C6, F7, G7. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.