Mmm Bop

by Hanson

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Lyrics

You have so man y re (E)la tion ships in this life, on ly (E)one or two will last.

You’re go ing through (E)all this pain and strife, then you turn your (E)back and they’re gone so fast,

ooh yeah.

And they’re gone so fast.

So hold on to (E)the ones who real ly care; in the (E)end they’ll be the on ly ones there.

When you get (E)old and start los ing your hair, (D)grows.

can (E)you tell me who will still care?

Can (E)you tell me who will still care?

Oh, oh, (E)yeah, yeah.

(A)Mmm bop, ba du ba dop, ba (D)du bop, ba du ba dop, ba (A)du bop, ba du ba dop, ba (E)du, yay ee, yeah.

(A)Mmm bop, ba du ba dop, ba (D)du bop, ba du ba dop, ba (A)du bop, ba du ba dop, ba (E)du, yay ee, yeah.

In an (E)mmm bop they’re gone.

In an (E)mmm bop they’re not there.

In an (E)mmm bop they’re gone.

In an (E)mmm bop they’re not there,

un (E)til you lose your hair.

Uh huh.

But you (D)don’t care.

Mmm, (E)yeah, yeah.

(A)Mmm bop, ba du ba dop, ba (D)du bop, ba du ba dop, ba (A)du bop, ba du ba dop, ba (E)du, yay ee, yeah.

(A)Mmm bop, ba du ba dop, ba (D)du bop, ba du ba dop, ba (A)du bop, ba du ba dop, ba (E)du, yay ee, yeah.

(E)du,

ee, yay.

Can you (E)tell me?

Uh, you know you (E)can but you don’t know.

Can you (E)tell me?

Oh (D)yeah.

You say you (E)can but you don’t know.

Can you (E)tell me?

Ah.

You know you (E)can but you don’t know.

Can you (E)tell me?

You say you (E)can but you don’t know.

You say (E)you can but you don’t know.

(E)You don’t know, you (D)don’t know.

(A)Mmm bop, ba du ba dop, ba (D)du bop, ba du ba dop, ba (A)du bop, ba du ba dop, ba (E)du, yay ee, yeah.

Mmm Bop by Hanson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Mmm Bop” by Hanson 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 A 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 "Mmm Bop" 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 "Mmm Bop"?
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.