Hillbilly Rock

by Marty Stuart

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Lyrics

It comes (Bb7)heat from Mis sis sip pi and down in Al a bam’, or it creep in’ like a fe ver on all nine a cross the land.

Just From deep in the del fire, ta on the Lou’ si an a shore, the peo ple got to have it, they wan na hear some more.

It’s the (Eb7)hill bil ly rock, beat it with a drum, (Bb7)play in’ them gui tars like shoot in’ from a gun.

(Eb7)Keep in’ up the rhy thm, stead y as a clock, (F7)doin’ a lit tle thing called the hill bil ly (Bb7)rock.

So, Some say (Bb7)heat it came from Mem phis where down in Ten nes see, take a drift ed in from Geor gia on ’bout dirt teen fif ty three.

Just as long as it’s greas fire, y, run as long as it’s fast, woods, as long as it’s pump in’, as, hon ey, it’s gon na last.

It’s the (Eb7)hill bil ly rock, beat it with a drum, (Bb7)play in’ them gui tars like shoot in’ from a gun.

(Eb7)Keep in’ up the rhy thm, stead y as a clock, (F7)doin’ a lit tle thing called the hill bil ly (Bb7)rock.

So, when the

Way back (F7)Doin’ a lit tle thing called the hill bil ly (Bb7)rock.

(F7)Doin’ a lit tle thing called the hill bil ly (Bb7)rock.

Hillbilly Rock by Marty Stuart — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hillbilly Rock by Marty Stuart 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 Eb at 138 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 "Hillbilly Rock" 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 "Hillbilly Rock"?
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.