Breakfast In America

by Supertramp

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Lyrics

Could we Take a look at my girl friend; (Ab)she’s the on ly one I got.

They Not to much of a girl friend, I (Ab)nev er seem to get a lot.

Take a jum bo ’cross the wa ter, (Cm)like to see A mer i ca,

see the girls in Cal i for nia.

I’m (Fm)hop ing it’s going to come (Bb)true, but there’s (Fm)not a lot I can (Bb)do.

Could we have you kip pers for break fast, (Ab)mum my dear, ly mum my dear?

They got to have ’em in Tex as, ’cause (Ab)ev ’ry one’s a mil lion aire.

I’m a win ner, I’m a sin ner.

(Cm)Do you want my au to graph?

I’m a los er, what a jok er.

I’m (Fm)play ing my jokes up on (Bb)you while there’s (Fm)noth ing bet ter to (Bb)do.

(G)Ba ba da dow, ba ba dow ba ba (Cm)dow di dow di dow.

(G)Ba ba da dow, ba ba dow ba ba (Cm)dow di dow di dow.

Na na (Ab)na,

na na (Fm)na na (Bb)na na na.

(G)Ba ba da dow, ba ba dow ba ba (Cm)dow di dow di dow.

(G)Ba ba da dow ba ba dow ba ba (Cm)dow di dow di dow.

Hey (G)oh, hey oh, hey (Cm)oh, hey oh.

Hey (G)oh, hey oh, hey (Cm)oh, hey oh.

Na na (Ab)na,

na na (Fm)na na (Bb)na na na.

Breakfast In America by Supertramp — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Breakfast In America” by Supertramp 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 Ab at 100 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 "Breakfast In America" 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 "Breakfast In America"?
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 "Breakfast In America" use?
Just 5 chords: Ab, Bb, Cm, Fm, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Supertramp songs work for kids?
Try "GOODBYE STRANGER", "DREAMER", "MY KIND OF LADY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.