Splish Splash

· by Bobby Darin

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Lyrics

Splish, splash, I was tak in’ a bath ’long a bout a Sat ur day night.

A rub, dub, just re lax in’ in the tub, all the (C7)think in’ ev ’ry thing was all (F7)right.

Well, I (Bb)stepped out the tub, put my (Bb7)feet on the floor, I (Eb)wrapped the towel a round me and I (Edim7)o pened the (F7)door.

And then a splish, splash, I I (F7)jumped back in the bath, well, how was I to know there was a par ty go ing on?

Bing, bang, I I saw the whole gang danc in’ on my liv in’ room rug.

A Flip, flop, they were do in’ the the bop, all the (C7)teens in’ had the thing danc in’ (F7)bug.

There was (Bb)stepped Lol li pop put with (Bb7)Peg gy Sue, floor, Good (Eb)Gol ly, Miss a Mol ly was a (Edim7)e ven there (F7)too.

A well a splish, splash, I for (F7)got a bout the bath, I went and put my danc ing shoes a par ty go ing on?

on.

I was a (Bb)splish in’ and a splash in’,

I was a roll in’ and a stroll in’,

I was a (Eb)mov in’ and a grovv in’,

I was a (Bb)reel in’ with the feel in’.

I was a (Bb)splish in’ and a splash in’,

I was a roll in’ and a stroll in’,

I was a (Eb)mov in’ and a grovv in’,

I was a (Bb)reel in’ with the feel in’.

I was a splish in’ and a splash in’.

Splish Splash by Bobby Darin — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Splish Splash” by Bobby Darin 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 132 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 "Splish Splash" 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 "Splish Splash"?: 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.
What other Bobby Darin songs work for kids?: Try "EIGHTEEN YELLOW ROSES", "ARTIFICIAL FLOWERS", "THINGS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.