Electric Avenue

by Eddy Grant

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(G7)Boy!

Boy!

Now in the street there is vio lence A na na lots af of a work to be done.

No place to hang all our wash ing I na na can’t blame it all on the sun.

Oh no, we’re gon na rock down to E lec tric Av e nue and then we’ll take it high er.

Oh, we gon na rock down to E lec tric Av e nue and then we’ll take it high er.

Work ing so hard like a sol dier A na na Can’t af ford a thing on T V

Deep in my heart I ab hore ya I na na can’t get it food for the kid.

Good God, we’re gon na rock down to E lec tric Av e nue and then we’ll take it high er.

Oh, we gon na rock down to E lec tric Av e nue and then we’ll take it high er.

Oh no,

oh no,

oh no,

oh no.

Oh God, we’re gon na rock down to E lec tric Av e nue and then we’ll take it high er.

Oh, we gon na rock down to E lec tric Av e nue and then we’ll take it high er.

Who is to blame in what coun try?

Nev er can get to the one.

Deal ing in mul ti pli ca tion

and they still can’t feed ev ’ry one.

Oh, no, we’re gon na rock down to E lec tric Av e nue and then we’ll take it high er.

Oh, we gon na rock down to E lec tric Av e nue and then we’ll take it high er.

Out in the streets,

out in the streets,

out in the day time,

out in the night.

Oh, we gon na rock down to E lec tric Av e nue and then we’ll take it high er.

Oh, we gon na rock down to E lec tric Av e nue and then we’ll take it high er.

Out in the streets,

out in the streets,

out in the play ground,

out in the night.

Oh, we gon na

in the dark side of town.

Oh, we gon na

Electric Avenue by Eddy Grant — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Electric Avenue by Eddy Grant 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 "Electric Avenue" 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 "Electric Avenue"?
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 "Electric Avenue" use?
Just 2 chords: G, G7. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.