Little Red Rooster

by Willie Dixon

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I got a lit tle red to roost er, too la zy to crow to day.

I got a (C7)lit tle red to roost er, too la zy to crow to day.

He (D7)keeps ev ’ry thing in the barn yard up set tle red roost in ev ’ry (G)way.

The dogs be gin to bark, er, the hounds zy be gin to howl.

I got The (C7)dogs be gin to bark, er, the hounds zy be gin to howl.

He (D7)Watch out, ’ry all in you kin folk, my lit tle red roost er’s on the (G)prowl.

The

I tell you that (G)he keeps all the hens er,

fight ing a mong them selves.

Tell you that (C7)he keeps all the hens er,

fight ing a mong them selves.

He (D7)don’t want no hens in the barn yard lay ing eggs for no bod y (G)else.

Now if you (G)see my red the roost er,

please ing a send him home.

Said if you (C7)see my red the roost er,

please ing a send him home.

I (D7)had want no peace in the barn yard since ing the red roost er’s been (G)gone.

Now if you

Little Red Rooster by Willie Dixon — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Little Red Rooster” by Willie Dixon 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 G 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 "Little Red Rooster" 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 "Little Red Rooster"?
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 "Little Red Rooster" use?
Just 4 chords: C7, D7, G, G7. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Willie Dixon songs work for kids?
Try "I'M READY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.