How 'Bout Them Cowgirls

by George Strait

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I felt the rush of the Ri o Grande in to Yel low stone and I’ve (E6)seen first hand

Ni a gra Falls

and the lights of Ve (E6)gas.

But her I’ve criss crossed down to (E6)Key Bis cayne and the (Emaj7)and Chi town vi a Ban gor Maine.

Think I’ve seen it all.

es.

And (Emaj7)all a days I can say is: But How ’bout them (E)cow

girls.

(C#m)Boys, ain’t they some thin’?

Sure are some (A)proud

girls

and you can’t tell ’em noth in’.

And I tell you right (E)now,

girls

may (C#m)just be sev en won ders of this big

(E)ol’

(F#m7)round world.

But how ’bout them cow girls?

She’s rid in’ colts of in Steam boat Springs, in to bail in’ hay out side (E6)Ab i lene.

She’s try in’ hard

to fit in some cit (E6)y.

But her I’ve home is ’neath that (E6)big blue sky and the (Emaj7)North ern Plains and those oth er wide Think I’ve o pen spac es.

And (Emaj7)Now a days there ain’t as y.

But how ’bout them (E)cow

girls.

(C#m)Boys, ain’t they some thin’?

Sure are some (A)proud

girls

but you can’t beat their lov in’.

And I tell you right (E)now,

girls

may (C#m)just be sev en won ders of this big

(E)ol’

(F#m7)round world.

But how ’bout them cow girls?

cow girls?

Boy, she (F#m7)don’t need you and she don’t need me.

She can do just fine on her own two feet.

But she wants a man who wants her to be her self.

And she’ll nev er change; don’t know how to hide

her stub born will or her fight in’ side.

But you treat her right and she’ll love you like

no one else.

Yeah, how ’bout them cow girls?

How 'Bout Them Cowgirls by George Strait — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “How 'Bout Them Cowgirls by George Strait 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 E 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 "How 'Bout Them Cowgirls" 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 "How 'Bout Them Cowgirls"?
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 "How 'Bout Them Cowgirls" use?
Just 8 chords: A, B, C#m, E, E6, Emaj7, Emaj9, F#m7. Take it one section at a time.
What other George Strait songs work for kids?
Try "I CROSS MY HEART", "LOVE WITHOUT END, AMEN", "THE BREATH YOU TAKE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.