Detroit Rock City

by KISS

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Lyrics

I (C)feel up tight on a Sat ur day night.

Nine o’ clock and the ra di o’s the on ly light.

I (C)hear my song and it pulls me through.

I Comes on strong and I tells me what I got ta do.

I got to

Get up, ev ’ry bod y’s gon na move their feet.

Get down, ev ’ry bod y’s gon na leave their seat.

You got ta lose your mind in De troit

Rock Cit y.

Get up, ev ’ry bod y’s gon na move their feet.

Get down, ev ’ry bod y’s gon na leave their seat.

(C)Get ting late, do I just can’t day wait.

Ten o’ clock and I know I got ta hit the road.

I (C)First, I drink, I’m it then I smoke.

I Start the car, and I try to make the mid night show.

It goes: to

Get up, ev ’ry bod y’s gon na move their feet.

Get down, ev ’ry bod y’s gon na leave their seat.

You got ta lose your mind in De troit

Rock Cit y.

Get up, ev ’ry bod y’s gon na move their feet.

Get down, ev ’ry bod y’s gon na leave their seat.

leave their seat.

(C)Mov in’ fast, do in’ nine ty day five.

Hit top speed but I’m still I mov in’ much too slow.

I (C)feel so good, I’m it so a live.

I hear my song and I play in’ on the ra di o.

It goes: to

Get up, ev ’ry bod y’s gon na move their feet.

Get down, ev ’ry bod y’s gon na leave their seat.

You got ta lose your mind in De troit

Rock Cit y.

Get up, ev ’ry bod y’s gon na move their feet.

Get down, ev ’ry bod y’s gon na leave their seat.

leave their seat.

leave their seat.

leave their seat.

Detroit Rock City by KISS — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Detroit Rock City by KISS 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 120 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 "Detroit Rock City" 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 "Detroit Rock City"?
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 "Detroit Rock City" use?
Just 7 chords: Ab, Bb, C, Cm, Eb, F, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other KISS songs work for kids?
Try "I WAS MADE FOR LOVIN' YOU", "FOREVER", "ROCK AND ROLL ALL NITE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.