Jive Talkin'

by Bee Gees

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It’s just your jive talk in’, you’re tell in’ me lies, yeah; jive talk in’, you (F)wear a dis guise.

Jive talk in’, so mis un der stood, yeah; jive talk in’, you’re (Bb)real ly no good.

(G)Oh, my (F)child,

you’ll nev er know

just what you mean to me.

(F)Oh, my child, with your you got so much;

you’re gon na (Bb)take a way my (F)en er gy with all your (C)jive talk in’, you’re tell in’ me lies, yeah.

Good lov in’, still (F)gets in my eyes.

No bod y be lieves what you say; it’s just your jive talk in’, that (Bb)gets in the way.

(G)Oh, my (F)love,

you are so good,

just treat ing me so cruel.

(F)There you go with your you fan cy lies,

leav in’ me, (Bb)look in’ like a (F)dumb struck fool with all your (C)jive talk in’, you’re tell in’ me lies, yeah.

Jive talk in’, you (F)wear a dis guise.

Jive talk in’, so mis un der stood, yeah; just your jive talk in’, you (Bb)just ain’t no good.

Love talk in’ is all ver y fine, yeah; jive talk in’ just (F)is n’t a crime.

And if there’s some bod y you’ll love till you die, then all that jive talk in’ just (Bb)gets in your eye.

Do be lu bu loop do be lu bu loop do do do do doot doot, do be lu bu loop do be lu bu loop do do do.

(C)Jive talk in’.

(C)Jive talk in’.

Jive Talkin' by Bee Gees — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Jive Talkin' by Bee Gees 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 110 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 "Jive Talkin'" 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 "Jive Talkin'"?
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 "Jive Talkin'" use?
Just 6 chords: Am, Bb, C, E, F, G. Take it one section at a time.
What other Bee Gees songs work for kids?
Try "EMOTION", "SECRET LOVE", "YOU WIN AGAIN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.