Shop Around

by The Captain & Tennille

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When (G)I be came of age, my moth er (C)called me to her side.

She said, (A7)“Son, you’re grow ing up now.

Pret ty (D7)soon you’ll take a bride.” And then she (G7)said, just be cause you’ve be (C7)come a young man now, there’s still some things that you (C7)don’t un der stand now.

Be fore you ask some the (C7)girl en for her hand now, keep your free dom for as (C7)long as you can now, my ma ma told (D7)me you bet ter shop a (G7)round,

oh (C7)yeah, you bet ter shop a (G7)round.

Ah.

(G7)said, There’s some things that I (C7)want you to know now.

there’s Just as sure as the (C7)wind’s gon na blow now, the wom en come and the (C7)wom en gon na go now, keep you tell ’em that you (C7)love ’em you so now, my ma ma told (D7)me you bet ter shop a (G7)round,

oh (C7)yeah, you bet ter shop a (G7)round.

Ah.

Try to get your self a bar gain, son.

(G7)Don’t be sold on the ver y first one.

Pret ty girls come a dime a doz en.

A (A7)try to find one who’s gon na (D7)give you true lov in’.

Be fore you take a girl and (C)say, “I do” now, make sure she’s in (C7)love with you now.

My ma ma told (D7)me you bet ter shop a (G7)round.

Make sure that her (C7)love is true now.

I hate to see you feel in’ (C7)sad and blue now.

My ma ma told (D7)me you bet ter shop a (G7)round.

(G7)round.

Shop Around by The Captain & Tennille — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Shop Around” by The Captain & Tennille 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 96 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 "Shop Around" 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 "Shop Around"?
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.