Is "Knock Three Times" 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 "Knock Three Times"?

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 "Knock Three Times" use?

Just 6 chords: A, A7, D, D7, Em7, G. Take it one section at a time.

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Knock Three Times

· by Tony Orlano & Dawn

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Lyrics

(D)Hey, girl, what cha do in’ down there

danc in’ a lone ev ’ry night while I live right a (A7)bove you?

I can hear your mu sic play in’,

how I can feel your bod y sway in’.

and One floor be low me, you don’t e ven know me, I a (D)love you.

Oh, my dar lin’, (G)knock three times on the ceil ing if you (D)want me;

(A7)twice on the pipe

if the an swer is (D)no.

Oh, my sweet ness, (G)(Knock)

means you’ll meet me in the (D)hall way;

(A7)twice on the pipe

means you ain’t gon na (A)show.

If (D)you look out your win dow to night,

pull in the string with the note that’s at tached to my (A7)heart.

you?

Read how man y times I saw you,

how in my si lence I a dore you,

and on ly in my dreams did that wall be tween us come a (D)part.

you.

Oh, my dar lin’, (G)knock three times on the ceil ing if you (D)want me;

(A7)twice on the pipe

if the an swer is (D)no.

Oh, my sweet ness, (G)(Knock)

means you’ll meet me in the (D)hall way;

(A7)twice on the pipe

means you ain’t gon na (A)show.

If Oh, my dar lin’, (A)show.

Knock Three Times by Tony Orlano & Dawn — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Knock Three Times” by Tony Orlano & Dawn 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 D at 100 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 "Knock Three Times" 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 "Knock Three Times"?: 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 "Knock Three Times" use?: Just 6 chords: A, A7, D, D7, Em7, G. Take it one section at a time.