Me And You And A Dog Named Boo

by Lobo

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Lyrics

I re (F)mem ber to this day

we the bright red in to Geor gia clay,

and the how it the stuck to the tires

af ter the sum mer rain.

(Csus)Will Mac (F)pow er made that old car go,

a (F7)wom an’s (C)mind told me that it’s so.

An how I wish we were back on the road a gain.

(Bb)Me and you and a dog named (F)Boo,

(Bb)trav el lin’ and (C)liv in’ off the (F)land.

(Bb)Me and you and a dog named (F)Boo, how I love be in’ a free man.

I’ll (F)I can still re call

we the wheat fields in to of Saint Paul

and The morn in’ the we y got caught

rob an old hen.

mer rain.

(Csus)Old it’s (F)Don ald, been he made us work,

but (F7)then he (C)paid us for what it was

Oh, er tank of and and back on the road a gain.

(Bb)Me and you and a dog named (F)Boo,

(Bb)trav el lin’ and (C)liv in’ off the (F)land.

(Bb)Me and you and a dog named (F)Boo, how I love be in’ a free man.

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Me And You And A Dog Named Boo by Lobo — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Me And You And A Dog Named Boo” by Lobo 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 Bb at 120 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 "Me And You And A Dog Named Boo" 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 "Me And You And A Dog Named Boo"?
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 "Me And You And A Dog Named Boo" use?
Just 7 chords: Bb, C, Csus4, Eb, F, F7, Fsus4. Take it one section at a time.
What other Lobo songs work for kids?
Try "I'D LOVE YOU TO WANT ME". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.