Rock The Boat

by Aaliyah

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Umm,

yeah,

uh, uh, uh, uh,

umm umm, (Gm7)umm, (F)yeah!

(Cm9)Boy you know you make me float.

(Cm9)Boy you real ly get me high.

Ooh,

(Cm9)I feel like I’m on dope

’cause you,

(Cm9)you serve me on a reg u lar.

(Cm9)Boy we need to tie this rope,

ooh,

(Cm9)be fore we drift an y deep er.

(Cm9)Ba by now hold me close.

(Cm9)Ba by let’s take this o ver board now.

I want you to (Cm9)rock.

the boat.

the boat.

the boat.

Rock the boat.

Rock the boat.

(Cm9)Work it in the mid dle.

the mid dle.

Work the mid dle.

Work the mid dle.) (Cm9)Change po (New si tions.

po si tions.

New po si tions.

New po si Now tions.

(Gm7)stroke it ba (Cm9)by.

Stroke it for me.

Stroke it (Gm7)for (Ebmaj7)me.

(F)Stroke it for me.

Ooh (Cm9)ba by, I love your stroke

’cause you,

(Cm9)’cause you get me where I’m go ing.

(Cm9)I’m sure you’ll get my vote

’cause I be lieve,

I be lieve you know just what you’re do in’ now.

(Cm9)Ba by now we can coast, let’s coast, let’s coast.

Let’s don’t get in a hur ry, ooh.

That’s too slow.

Hey,

go a head and put that thing in o I ver want drive.

you to (Cm9)rock the boat.

the boat.

the boat.

Rock the boat.

Rock the boat.) (Cm9)Work it in the mid dle.

the mid dle.

Work the mid dle.

Work the mid dle.) Change po (New si tions.

po si tions.

New po si tions.

New po Now tions.) (Gm7)stroke it ba (Cm9)by.

(Stroke it for me.

(F)Stroke it for me.

Stroke it for me.) to (Cm9)(Rock the boat.

the Rock the boat.

Rock the boat.

Rock the boat.) (Cm9)Work it in the (Work dle.

the mid dle.

Work the mid dle.

Work the mid dle.) Change po (New si tions.

po si tions.

New po si tions.

New po si tions.) (Gm7)stroke it ba (Cm9)by.

(Stroke it for me.

(F)Stroke it for me.

Stroke it for me.) to Stroke it (Gm7)for me.

(F)Stroke it for me.) (Gm7)Stroke it for me.

Ooh, stroke it ba by.

Stroke it ba by.

(Cm9)Umm,

work it ba by.

Work it ba by.

Umm umm stroke it,

There is some thing I want you to do for me.

you to (Gm7)use

your self

like you (Gm7)nev er ev (Cm9)er used it be fore

to ex (Gm7)- plore

my bod y.

Un (Gm7)til you reach (Cm9)the shore you’ll be call ing, call ing for more.

(Cm9)Rock the boat.

the boat.

the boat.

Rock the boat.

Rock the boat.) (Cm9)Work it in the mid the dle.

mid dle.

Work the mid dle.

Work the mid dle.) (Cm9)Change po si tions.

si tions.

New po si tions.

New po Now tions.) (Gm7)stroke it ba (Cm9)by.

Stroke it for me.

Stroke it (Gm7)for me.

(F)Stroke it for me.

(Cm9)(Rock the boat.

the Rock the boat.

Rock the boat.

Rock the boat.) (Cm9)Work it in the (Work the dle.

mid dle.

Work the mid dle.

Work the mid dle.) (Cm9)Change po (New po si tions.

New po si tions.

New po si tions.) (Gm7)stroke it ba (Cm9)by.

Stroke it for me.

Stroke it (Gm7)for me.

(F)Stroke it for me.

(Cm9)Rock the boat.

the boat.

the boat.

Rock the boat.

Rock the boat.) (Gm7)(Work the mid dle.

(Cm9)Work the mid dle.

Work the mid dle.

Work the mid dle.) (Cm9)Change po si tions.

si tions.

New po si tions.

New po si tions.) (Gm7)(Stroke it for me.

(Cm9)Stroke it for me.) (CN.C.)Stroke it for me.

Stroke it for me.

Rock the boat.

the boat.

the boat.

Rock the boat.

Rock the boat.)

Rock The Boat by Aaliyah — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Rock The Boat by Aaliyah 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 Eb at 90 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 "Rock The Boat" 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 "Rock The Boat"?
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 "Rock The Boat" use?
Just 5 chords: C, Cm9, Ebmaj7, F, Gm7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Aaliyah songs work for kids?
Try "I CARE 4 U", "MORE THAN A WOMAN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.