Crosstown Traffic

by Jimi Hendrix

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Do do do do (F)do do.

Do do do (F)do do.

Do do do (F)do do.

Do do do do do do do do do do.

You jump in front of my car when you, you know all the time that a nine ty miles an hour, girl, is the speed I drive.

You tell me it’s al right, you don’t mind a lit tle pain.

You say you just want me to (G)take you for a drive.

You’re just like (C)cross town traf So hard to (F)get through to you.

(C)Cross town traf I don’t need to (F)run o ver you.

(C)Cross town All you do is (F)slow me down.

And I’m (Bbsus)try in’ to get on the oth er side of town.

I’m not the on ly soul who’s ac cused of hit and run.

Tire tracks all a cross your back I can, I can see you had your fun.

But, ah, dar ling, can’t you see my (Eb7)sig nals turn from green to red.

And with you I can see a traf fic jam straight up a head.

You’re just like (C)cross town traf So hard to (F)get through to you.

(C)Cross town traf I don’t need to (F)run o ver you.

All you do is (F)slow me down

and I (C7)got bet ter things on the (B7)oth er side of (Bb7)town.

Do do do do do do do do do do do.

Yeah, yeah.

(C)Cross town traf fic.

Look out!

out, ba by,

com in’ through.

(C)Cross town traf fic.

Yeah.

(C)Cross town traf fic.

Look out!

out, ba by,

com in’ through.

(C)Cross town traf fic.

Yeah.

Crosstown Traffic by Jimi Hendrix — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Crosstown Traffic by Jimi Hendrix 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 116 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 "Crosstown Traffic" 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 "Crosstown Traffic"?
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 "Crosstown Traffic" use?
Just 10 chords: A7, Ab7, B7, Bb7, Bbsus4, C, C7, Eb7, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Jimi Hendrix songs work for kids?
Try "HEY JOE", "ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER", "VOODOO CHILD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.