Is "Hit That Jive Jack" 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 "Hit That Jive Jack"?

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 "Hit That Jive Jack" use?

Just 42 chords: A7, Abdom, Adom, Am7, Amin, Asus4, B6, Bb6, +34 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Diana Krall songs work for kids?

Try "I DON'T KNOW ENOUGH ABOUT YOU", "STRAIGHTEN UP AND FLY RIGHT", "THE GIRL IN THE OTHER ROOM". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

Super Simple Piano

Hit That Jive Jack

· by Diana Krall

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Lyrics

(E7)Hit that (Am11)jive, Jack.

(Bm7)Put it in your (E7)pock et ’til (A7)I get back.

(G13)Go in’ down (G13)town to (C7)see a man, and I (D9sus)ain’t got (Em7)time to (Am7)shake your (D7)hand.

(E7)Hit that (A7)jive, Jack.

(Bm7)Put it in your (E7)pock et ’til (A7)I get back.

(G13)Time and time waits (C9)for no man, and I (Dsus)ain’t got time to (D7)shake your hand.

Stand in’ on the (G13sus)cor ner,

all full of jive,

but you know that (A13)you’re my boy, so I’m (Am7)forced to give you five, ja d ya da.

(E7)Hit that (Am11)jive, Jack.

(Bm7)Put it in your (E7)pock et ’til (Am7)I get back.

(G13)Go in’ down (G13)town to (C7)see a man, and I (D9sus)ain’t got (Em7)time to (Am7)shake your (D7)hand.

(E7)Hit that (Am11)jive, Jack.

(Bm7)Put it in your (E7)pock et ’til (A7)I get back.

(G13)Go in’ down (G13)town to (C7)see a man, and I (D9sus)ain’t got (Em7)time to (Am7)shake your (D7)hand.

(E7)Hit that (A7)jive, Jack.

(Bm7)Put it in your (E7)pock et ’til (A7)I get back.

(G13)Time and time waits (C9)for no man, and I (Dsus)ain’t got time to (D7)shake your hand.

Stand in’ on the (G13sus)cor ner,

all full of jive,

but you know that (A13)you’re my boy, so I’m (Am7)forced to give you five, ja d ya da.

(E7)Hit that (Am11)jive, Jack.

(Bm7)Put it in your (E7)pock et ’til (Am7)I get back.

(G13)Go in’ down (G13)town to (C7)see a man, and I (D9sus)ain’t got (Em7)time to (Am7)shake your (D7)hand.

(Bb6)Hit that jive, Jack, ba (Edim7)da da, (Dm7)put it in your (G7)pock et.

(Bb13)Hit that jive, Jack, ba (Edim7)da da, (Bb6)put it in your (Gdim7)pock et.

Ba doo dle ya dop boop (Bb7sus)ba day,

ba doo dle ya dop boop ba day.

Ba doo dle ya dop boop ba day,

ba doo dle ya dop boop (F13sus)ba day.

(D)Hit that (C)jive, Jack.

(Bb13)Put it in your (G)pock et ’til (Cm7)I get back.

(Bb69)Go in’ down (Bb)town to (Eb9)see a man, and I ain’t got time,

I ain’t got time,

I (C9)ain’t got time to (Ebm7)shake your hand, gon na (CN.C.)put it in your pock et ’til I get back.

(Bb6)Hit that jive, Jack.

Hit That Jive Jack by Diana Krall — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Hit That Jive Jack” by Diana Krall 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 140 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 "Hit That Jive Jack" 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 "Hit That Jive Jack"?: 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 "Hit That Jive Jack" use?: Just 42 chords: A7, Abdom, Adom, Am7, Amin, Asus4, B6, Bb6, +34 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Diana Krall songs work for kids?: Try "I DON'T KNOW ENOUGH ABOUT YOU", "STRAIGHTEN UP AND FLY RIGHT", "THE GIRL IN THE OTHER ROOM". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.