Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride

by Alan Silvestri

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(CN.C.)A lo ha e, a lo ha e, lo ha e, a lo ha ’an o’ai ke a lo ha e.

o’ai ke a lo ha e.) A lo ha e, a lo ha e, lo ha e, a lo ha an o’ai ke a lo ha e.

o’ai ke a lo ha e.)

(F)There’s no place I’d rath er (Gm)be (F)than on the sea shore dry, wet, free.

On gold en sand is where I’d (Gm)lay, (F)and if I on ly had my way I’d (Bb)play ’til the sun (F)sets be (Bb)yond the ho ri zon.

(F)La la ki la i la ha na (Gm)ha na.

(F)Me ke kai ho i en e i ka pu ’e (Gm)o ne.

It’s time to try the Ha (Bb)wai ian roll er coast er (F)ride.

(F)Hang loose, ki hang ten, how’s it shake a shak a.

(Bb6)No wor ry no i fear.

Ain’t no big gy, brah da.

(F)Put tin’ in, cut tin’ up, cut tin’ back, cut tin’ out.

(Bb6)Front side, back side, na goof y foot ed wipe out.

(C)La la la i ka la ha na ha na.

(Bb)Me ke kai ho en e i ka pu ’e one.

(F)He le he le mai ka kou e.

Ha wai ian roll er coast er ride.

(F)There’s no place I’d rath er (Gm)be (F)than on my surf board out at sea.

Lin ger ing in the o cean (Gm)blue.

(F)And if I had one wish come true I’d (Bb)surf ’til the sun (F)sets be (Bb)yond the ho ri zon.

(F)A wi ki wi ki, mai lo hi (Gm)lo hi.

(F)La ke we mai i ko pa i pa he ’e (Gm)na lu.

Fly ing by on a Ha (Bb)wai ian roll er coast er (F)ride.

(F)A wi ki wi ki, mai lo hi lo hi.

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(Bb6)La we ry mai i ko pa pa he ’e na lu.

(F)Pi’ i na lu lu up, la la ha la tin’ ha.

(Bb6)O ka mo a na ha y nu pa nu pa.

(C)La la la i ka la ha na ha na.

(Bb)Me ke kai ho en e i ka pu ’e one.

(F)He le he le mai ka kou e.

Ha wai ian roll er coast er ride.

(C)Let’s go jump in’, surf’s up and pump in’.

(Bb)Coast in’ with the mo tion of the o cean.

(F)Whirl pools swirl ing, cas cad ing, swirl ing.

Ha wai ian roll er coast er ride.

(C)La la la i ka la ha na ha na.

(Bb)Me ke kai ho en e i ka pu ’e one.

(F)He le he le mai ka kou e.

Ha wai ian roll er coast er ride.

Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride by Alan Silvestri — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride” by Alan Silvestri 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 Bb at 160 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride" 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 "Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride"?
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.