By The Beautiful Sea

by Spike Jones

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Lyrics

By the (C7)sea, by the sea, by the beau ti ful sea, you and (F)I, you and I, oh, how hap py we’ll be.

When each wave comes a (C7)roll (Cdim)ing (C7)in, we will duck (Cdim)or (C7)swim and we’ll (F)float (CN.C.)and fool a round the wa ter.

(C7)O ver and un der and then up for air, Pa is (F)rich, Ma is rich, so now what do we care?

(Bb)I love to (Bdim)be be side your (Am)side, be side the (D7)sea, be side the (G7)sea side by the beau ti ful (F)sea.

By The Beautiful Sea by Spike Jones — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “By The Beautiful Sea” by Spike Jones 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 Bb at 190 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

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 "By The Beautiful Sea" 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 "By The Beautiful Sea"?
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.
What other Spike Jones songs work for kids?
Try "COME, JOSEPHINE IN MY FLYING MACHINE", "All I Want For Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.