Does Your Mother Know

by ABBA

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Lyrics

You’re so hot

teas ing me.

(G)So you’re blue, but I (G)can’t take a (G)chance on a chick like of you.

It’s some thing I could n’t do.

There’s that look I in your eyes.

(G)I can read in your (G)face that your (Am)feel ings are (G)driv ing you wild,

ah, but girl, you’re on ly a child.

Well, I could (C)dance with you, (Csus)hon ey, if you think it’s (Csus)fun ny.

Does your moth er know that you’re out?

And I could (C)chat with you, (Csus)ba by, flirt a lit tle (Csus)may be.

Does your moth er know that you’re out?

Take it eas y, (take it eas y,) bet ter (Cm)slow down, girl.

That’s no (Cm)way to go.

(Does your (Cm)moth er know?) Take it eas y, (take it eas y,) try to (Cm)cool it, girl.

Play it (Cm)nice and slow.

(Does your (Cm)moth er know?)

I can see

what you want

(G)but you seem pret ty (G)young to be (G)search ing for that kind of fun,

so may be I’m not the one.

You’re so cute, I like your style,

(G)and I know what you (G)mean when you (Am)give me a (G)flash of that smile,

ah, but girl, you’re on ly a child.

Well, I could (C)dance with you, (Csus)hon ey, if you think it’s (Csus)fun ny.

Does your moth er know that you’re out?

And I could (C)chat with you, (Csus)ba by, flirt a lit tle (Csus)may be.

Does your moth er know that you’re out?

Take it eas y, (take it eas y,) bet ter (Cm)slow down, girl.

That’s no (Cm)way to go.

(Does your (Cm)moth er know?) Take it eas y, (take it eas y,) try to (Cm)cool it, girl.

Play it (Cm)nice and slow.

(Does your (Cm)moth er know?)

(Cm)moth er know?)

Well, I could (C)dance with you, (Csus)hon ey, if you think it’s (Csus)fun ny.

Does your moth er know that you’re out?

And I could (C)chat with you, (Csus)ba by, flirt a lit tle (Csus)may be.

Does your moth er know that you’re out?

Well, I could (C)dance with you, (Csus)hon ey, if you think it’s (Csus)fun ny.

Does your moth er know that you’re out?

And I could (C)chat with you, (Csus)ba by, flirt a lit tle (Csus)may be.

Does your moth er know that you’re out?

Well, I could your moth er know that you’re out?

Does Your Mother Know by ABBA — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Does Your Mother Know by ABBA 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 G 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 "Does Your Mother Know" 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 "Does Your Mother Know"?
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 ABBA songs work for kids?
Try "MONEY, MONEY, MONEY", "DOES YOUR MOTHER KNOW", "THE WINNER TAKES IT ALL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.