Perry The Platypus Theme

· by Danny Jacob

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Lyrics

Doo bee doo bee doo bah.

Doo bee doo bee doo bah.

Doo bee doo bee doo bah.

Doo bee doo bee doo bah.

(A)Per ry!

He’s a (Dm)sem i a quat ic (Bb)egg lay ing mam mal of (G)ac tion!

He’s a (Dm)fur ry lit tle flat foot who’ll (Bb)nev er flinch from a (A)fray ee ay ee ay!

He’s got (Gm)more than just mad skill.

He’s got a (Dm)beav er tail and a bill.

And the (Gm)wo men swoon when ev er they hear him (A)say...

He’s (Dm)Per ry!

Per ry the (G)Plat y pus!

(Dm)Per ry!

A gent P!

Perry The Platypus Theme by Danny Jacob — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Perry The Platypus Theme” by Danny Jacob 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 220 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 "Perry The Platypus Theme" 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 "Perry The Platypus Theme"?: 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.
What other Danny Jacob songs work for kids?: Try "Backyard Beach", "Busted", "Do Nothing Day". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.