Stagger Lee

· by Lloyd Price

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The (Bb)night was clear

and the (Gm)moon was yel low, and the (Cm)leaves came tum (F7)bling (Bb6)down.

(F)I was (F)stand ing went on the (Bb7)cor ner

when I heard a my the bull dog bark.

He was (Bb)bark ing at the two men who were (F7)gam bling in the (Bb6)dark.

(F)It was (Bb)Stag ger Lee (F7)and (Bb7)Bil ly,

“oh two he (Eb7)men who gam ble late.

Stag ger Lee ing threw the sev en, Bil ly (F7)swore that he threw (Bb6)eight.

(F)Stag ger (F)Lee ing went told the (Bb7)Bil ly,

“I can’t let a you the go with that.

You have (Bb)won all my y mon ey and my (F7)brand new Stet son (Bb6)hat.”

(F)Stag ger (Bb)Lee ger Lee (F7)went (Bb7)home, ly,

“oh and he (Eb7)got his for ty four.

Said, “I’m go ing to tle bar room just to (F7)pay that debt I (Bb6)owe.”

(F)Stag ger (Bb6)wife.”

(F)Stag ger (Bb)Lee

(F)shot (Bb7)Bil ly.

Oh, he (Eb7)shot that poor boy so bad,

’til the (Bb)bul let came through Bil ly, and it (F7)broke the bar ten der’s (Bb)glass.

Look (F7)out now.

(Bb)Go, Stag ger Lee.

(Bb7)Go, Stag ger Lee.

(Eb7)Go, Stag ger Lee.

Go, Stag ger Lee.

(Bb)Go, Stag ger Lee.

(F7)Go, Stag ger Lee.

(Bb6)Go, Stag ger Lee.

Go.

Stagger Lee by Lloyd Price — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Stagger Lee” by Lloyd Price 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 100 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 "Stagger Lee" 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 "Stagger Lee"?: 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 "Stagger Lee" use?: Just 7 chords: Bb, Bb6, Bb7, Cm, Eb7, F7, Gm. Take it one section at a time.
What other Lloyd Price songs work for kids?: Try "PERSONALITY", "Stagger Lee", "(You've Got) Personality". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.