Iko Iko

by The Dixie Cups

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Lyrics

(C)I ko, I ko, I ko, I ko un (G)day.

(G7)Jock a mo fee no ai na né, jock a mo fee na (C)né.

My grand ma and your grand ma were talk in’ by the (G)fi o.

(G7)My grand ma told your grand ma, “We’re gon na par ty on the bay ou.” Talk in’ ‘bout, hey now, hey now, I ko I ko un (G)day.

(G7)Jock a mo fee no ai na né, jock a mo fee na (C)né.

(C)My por poise and your por poise, swim min’ up the (G)bay ou.

(G7)My por poise girl, told a your por poise, “I’m gon na jump a in to the (C)sky o.” Now, you my best friend boy and you your best friend boy, were sit ting on the (G)bay ou.

‘cause (G7)My best friend boy told your best friend, boy, “Man, my por poise jumped so high o.” Talk in’ ’bout hey now, hey now, I ko I ko un (G)day.

(G7)Jock a mo fee no ai na né, jock a mo fee na (C)né.

(C)See that girl all dressed in green, I ko, I ko (G)un day.

(G7)She’s not a jazz she’s jam mer maid queen, “I’m gon na jock a mo fee na (C)né.

o.” Now, you my lit tle boy told you your lit tle boy, were “O ko, me o (G)mi o.” ‘cause (G7)My lit tle dance told your lit tle boy, “We be jam min’ on the bay ou.” Talk in’ ’bout jock a mo fee na (C)né.

Talk in’ ‘bout (Bb7)I ko, I ko, I ko, I ko, un day;

I ko, I ko, I ko, I ko, un day;

(Bb7)I ko, I ko, I ko, I ko, un day;

I ko, I ko, I ko, I ko, un day;

day.

Iko Iko by The Dixie Cups — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Iko Iko by The Dixie Cups 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 C at 160 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 "Iko Iko" 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 "Iko Iko"?
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.
What other The Dixie Cups songs work for kids?
Try "IKO IKO", "CHAPEL OF LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.