Say Hey

by Michael Franti & Spearhead

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I say, (Bb)hey, I’ll be gone to day, but I’ll be back com in’ round the way.

(Eb)Seems like ev ’ry where I go, the (Bb)more I see the less I know.

But I know one thing: that I love you.

I love you, I love you, I love you.

I say,

Rock in’ in the dance hall, mov in’ with you; danc ing in the night and in the mid dle o’ June.

My mom ma told me, don’t lose you, ’cause the best luck I had was you.

I say, (Bb)hey, I’ll be gone to day, but I’ll be back com in’ round the way.

(Eb)Seems like ev ’ry where I go, the (Bb)more I see the less I know.

But I know one thing: that I love you.

I love you, I love you, I love you.

And I said, (Gm)rock in’ in the dance hall, mov in’ with you; I say, (Bb)hey mom ma, hey mom ma, close to you.

(Gm)Rock in’ in the dance hall, mov in’ with you.

I say, (Bb)hey pa pa, hey pa pa, kick off your shoes; (Gm)rock in’ in the dance hall, mov in’ with you; I say, (Bb)hey mom ma, hey mom ma, close to you.

(Gm)Rock in’ in the dance hall, mov in’ with you.

I say, (Bb)hey pa pa, hey pa pa, kick off your shoes; mov in’ with you.

I say, (F)hey mom ma, hey mom ma, hey mom ma, hey mom ma, hey mom ma, hey mom ma, hey mom ma, hey mom ma,

what’s it gon na be?

Well, (Bb)my mom ma told me, don’t lose you, ’cause the best luck I had was you.

And I know one thing: that I love you.

I say, (Bb)hey, I’ll be gone to day, but I’ll be back com in’ round the way.

(Eb)Seems like ev ’ry where I go, the (Bb)more I see the less I know.

I say, (Bb)hey, I’ll be gone to day, but I’ll be back com in’ round the way.

(Eb)Seems like ev ’ry where I go, the (Bb)more I see the less I know.

I say, I know.

But I know one thing, that I love you.

I love you, I love you, I love you.

I love you, I love you, I love you.

I love you.

(Rock in’ in the dance hall, mov in’ with you.)

(Rock in’ in the dance hall, mov in’ with you.)

Say Hey by Michael Franti & Spearhead — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Say Hey” by Michael Franti & Spearhead 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 180 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 "Say Hey" 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 "Say Hey"?
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 "Say Hey" use?
Just 5 chords: Bb, C, Eb, F, Gm. Take it one section at a time.