Pontoon

by Little Big Town

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Lyrics

(A)Back this hitch up in to the wa ter,

un tie all the ca bles and rope.

(D)Step on to the as tro turf, get your self a kooz ie.

Let’s go!

Who said an y thing a bout ski in’?

Don’t Float in’ is all I wan na do.

(D)You can climb the lad der, just don’t rock the boat while I bar be que.

On the (D)pon toon,

mak in’ waves and catch in’ rays up (A)on the roof.

A jump in’ out the back, don’t act like you don’t (E)want to.

Par ty in slow mo tion I’m (A)out here in the o pen, mm, mo tor boat in’.

Reach your hand down in to the cool er.

Don’t drink it if the moun tains aren’t blue.

(D)Try to keep it stead y as you re cline on your black in ner tube;

On the (D)pon toon,

mak in’ waves and catch in’ rays up (A)on the roof.

A jump in’ out the back, don’t act like you don’t (E)want to.

Par ty in slow mo tion, I’m (A)out here in the o pen, mm, mo tor boat in’.

mo tor boat in’.

Ooh ooh ooh.

Ooh ooh ooh.

Five (CN.C.)mile an hour with a lu mi num sides, wood pan el in’ with a wa ter slide.

Can’t beat the heat, so let’s take a ride.

On the mo tor boat in’.

On the pon toon,

ooh ooh ooh.

On the pon toon,

ooh ooh ooh.

Back this hitch out in to the wa ter.

On the pon toon,

ooh ooh ooh.

Ooh ooh ooh.

Pontoon by Little Big Town — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Pontoon by Little Big Town 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 100 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 "Pontoon" 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 "Pontoon"?
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 "Pontoon" use?
Just 4 chords: A, C, D, E. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Little Big Town songs work for kids?
Try "BETTER MAN", "LITTLE WHITE CHURCH", "TORNADO". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.