Red House

by Jimi Hendrix

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Lyrics

There’s a (A7)red house o ver yon der.

That’s where my ba by stays.

Lord, there’s a red house o ver yon der.

Lord, that’s where my ba by (A7)stays.

I ain’t been home to see my ba by

in nin ty nine and one half days.

Wait a (A7)min ute, some thing’s wrong here.

The key won’t un lock this door.

Wait a min ute, some thing’s wrong.

Lord, have mer cy, this key won’t un lock this (A7)door.

Some thing’s go ing wrong here.

I have a (E7)bad, bad feel in’

that my ba by don’t live here no (A7)more.

(A7)min ute, some thing’s wrong here.

The key won’t un lock this door.

Wait a min ute, some thing’s wrong.

Lord, have mer cy, this key won’t un lock this (A7)door.

Some thing’s go ing wrong here.

I have a (E7)bad, bad feel in’

that my ba by don’t live here no (A7)more.

Well, I might as well, uh, go back o ver yon der

way back a mong the hill.

Lord, I (D7)might as well go back o ver yon der

way back yon der ’cross the hill.

’Cause if my ba by don’t love me no more,

I (CN.C.)know her

sis ter will.

Red House by Jimi Hendrix — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Red House by Jimi Hendrix 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 66 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "Red House" 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 "Red House"?
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 "Red House" use?
Just 6 chords: A, A7, Bb7, C, D7, E7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Jimi Hendrix songs work for kids?
Try "HEY JOE", "CROSSTOWN TRAFFIC", "ALL ALONG THE WATCHTOWER". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.