Longneck Bottle

by Garth Brooks

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Long

(Long

neck (D)bot tle,

let go of my (D)hand,

and juke box, don't start play in’ that song a gain.

’Cause there’s a (G7)girl at home who loves me.

You know (D)she won’t un der stand.

Long neck (D)bot tle,

let go of my (D)hand.

Hey, bar room mir ror un on neath the wall, feet go stare at some one else.

I Don’t a (E7)show the world of them the fool I am; but just a (A7)keep it to your self.

Long neck (D)bot tle,

let go of my (D)hand.

Well, juke box, don’t start play in’ that song a gain.

’Cause there’s a (G7)girl at home who loves me.

You know (D)she won’t un der stand.

Long neck (D)bot tle,

let go of my hand.

Let go!

Hey, dance (D)hand.

There’s a girl at home who loves me.

You know (D)she won’t un der stand.

Long

neck (D)bot tle,

let go of my (D)hand.

Longneck Bottle by Garth Brooks — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Longneck Bottle” by Garth Brooks 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 90 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 "Longneck Bottle" 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 "Longneck Bottle"?
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 "Longneck Bottle" use?
Just 8 chords: A7, C, D, D7, E7, G, G#dim, G7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Garth Brooks songs work for kids?
Try "THE DANCE", "UNANSWERED PRAYERS", "GOOD RIDE COWBOY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.