My Boomerang Won't Come Back

by Charlie Drake

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Lyrics

In the (F)bad back lands of Aus tra lia (Bb)man y years a (F)go, the Ab o rig i ne tribes were meet ing.

(Bb)Hav ing a big Pow (C)wow.

We got ta lot ta trou ble, chief, on ac count of your son, Mac.

My boy Mac?

Why what’s him?

"My boom er ang won’t come back." Your boom er ang won’t come back?

My boo mer ang won’t come back.

My boo mer ang won’t come (C)back.

I’ve (F)waved the thing all o ver the place.

(Bb)Prac ticed till I was (Bbm)black in the face.

I’m a (F)big dis grace to the Ab o (D7)rig i ne race.

My (G7)boo mer ang (C7)won’t come (F)back.

I can ride a kan ga roo.

(Bb)(Yeah, (F)yeah.) Make kin ka jou (C)stew.

(C7)(Yeah, yeah.) Well, I’m a (F)big dis grace to the Ab o (D7)rig i ne race.

My (G7)boo mer ang (C7)won’t come (F)back!

My Boomerang Won't Come Back by Charlie Drake — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “My Boomerang Won't Come Back” by Charlie Drake 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 200 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 "My Boomerang Won't Come Back" 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 "My Boomerang Won't Come Back"?
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.