Duke Of Earl

by Gene Chandler

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Lyrics

As (Eb)I

walk through this (Cm)world,

(Ab)noth ing can stop the (Bb7)Duke ess of Earl.

Earl.

When And (Eb)you

are my (Cm)girl, dom, and (Ab)no one dise can (Bb7)hurt you.

share.

Yes, (Eb)I’m

gon na (Cm)love you,

let me (Ab)hold you,

’cause I’m the Duke of (Bb)Earl.

(Eb)When

I hold this (Cm)you,

(Ab)you ing will be the (Bb7)Duke ess of Earl.

Earl.

When And (Eb)walk

through my (Cm)Duke dom, the (Ab)par one dise can (Bb7)we you.

share.

Yes, (Eb)I’m

gon na (Cm)love you,

let me (Ab)hold you,

’cause I’m the Duke of (Bb)Earl.

(Bb)Earl.

Duke Of Earl by Gene Chandler — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Duke Of Earl” by Gene Chandler 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 Ab at 120 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 "Duke Of Earl" 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 "Duke Of Earl"?
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 "Duke Of Earl" use?
Just 5 chords: Ab, Bb, Bb7, Cm, Eb. Take it one section at a time.