Der Guten Tag Hop-clop

· by Mel Brooks

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Lyrics

(A7)Eins!

(Adim7)Zwei!

(A7)Drei!

(D)Gu ten tag hop hop, gu ten tag (A7)clop clop.

(D)Ach, du lie ber (Ebdim7)und, oh (A7)boy!

(D)Gu ten tag clap clap, gu ten tag (A7)slap slap.

(D)Ach, du lie ber (A7)vat a (D)joy!

(D7)Oh, ve (G)es sen und fres sen und (D)tanz en und trink en, (E)Tanz en und trink en un til (Ebdim7)ve (E)get (G)stink (A)in’.

(D)Gu ten tag hop hop, gu ten tag (A7)clop clop, (D)gu ten tag mein (Ebdim7)lie ber (A7)Schatz.

(D)So ve hop our hops und ve clop (G6)our (G#dim7)clops.

Und

(A7sus)we drink our (A7)schnapps till we (Bm)plotz.

Wir (A7)wink en und (Bdim7)blink en und (A7)clink en und (Bdim7)drink en our (A)schnapps

(G)’til (A7)ve (D)plotz.

Heil you know who!

Der Guten Tag Hop-clop by Mel Brooks — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Der Guten Tag Hop-clop” by Mel Brooks 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 D at 135 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 "Der Guten Tag Hop-clop" 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 "Der Guten Tag Hop-clop"?: 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 Mel Brooks songs work for kids?: Try "Springtime For Hitler (from 'The Producers')", "Along Came Bialy", "Goodbye!". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.