I'm Shipping Up To Boston

by Dropkick Murphys

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Lyrics

I’m a (E5)sail or peg, and I (E5)lost my leg!

(E5)Climb ing up (CN.C.)the top sails, I (D5)lost my leg!

(E5)sail or peg, and I (E5)lost my leg!

(E5)Climb ing up (CN.C.)the top sails, I (D5)lost my leg!

I’m (D5)ship ping up to Bos ton, (C5)(Way (G)oh!) I’m (D5)ship ping up to Bos ton,

(G5)oh!) I’m ship ping up to Bos ton,

(G)oh!) I’m (D5)ship ping up

to (C5)find my (G5)wood en (E5)leg!

I’m a

I'm Shipping Up To Boston by Dropkick Murphys — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I'm Shipping Up To Boston” by Dropkick Murphys 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 195 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 "I'm Shipping Up To Boston" 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 "I'm Shipping Up To Boston"?
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 "I'm Shipping Up To Boston" use?
Just 7 chords: Apow, C, Cpow, Dpow, Epow, G, Gpow. Take it one section at a time.