Surfin' Safari

· by The Beach Boys

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(F)Let’s go surf in’ now, (Eb)ev ’ry bod y’s learn in’ how, (C7)come on a sa fa ri with me.

(Bb)Ear ly in the morn in’ we’ll be (Eb)start in’ out, some (Eb7)hon eys will be com in’ a long.

I tell We’re load in’ up our wood y with the (Eb7)boards in side from and (Eb7)head in’ out the sing in’ our song.

Come on, ba by, wait and see, yes, I’m gon na take you surf in’ with (Bb7)me.

(Eb)Lone some ba by, wait and see, yes, (Bb)I’m gon na take you surf in’ with me.

(F)Let’s go surf in’ now, (Eb)ev ’ry bod y’s learn in’ how, (C7)come on a sa fa ri with me.

In (Bb)Hunt ing ton and Mal i bu they’re (Eb)shoot in’ the pier, in (Eb7)Rin con, they’re walk in’ the nose.

We’re go in’ on sa fa ri to the (Eb7)is lands this year, so if you’re (Eb7)com in’, get read y to go.

They’re (Bb)ang lin’ in La gu na and be (Eb)Cerro A zul, they’re (Eb7)kick in’ out in Do hi ni too.

I tell you surf in’s run nin’ wild, it’s get tin’ (Eb7)bigger ev’ry day from Ha (Eb7)wai i to the shores of Pe ru.

Come on, ba by, wait and see, yes, I’m gon na take you surf in’ with (Bb7)me.

(Eb)Lone some ba by, wait and see, yes, (Bb)I’m gon na take you surf in’ with me.

(F)Let’s go surf in’ now, (Eb)ev ’ry bod y’s learn in’ how, (C7)come on a sa fa ri with me.

In (Bb)Hunt ing ton and Mal i bu they’re (Eb)shoot in’ the pier, in (Eb7)Rin con, they’re walk in’ the nose.

We’re go in’ on sa fa ri to the (Eb7)is lands this year, so if you’re (Eb7)com in’, get read y to go.

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Surfin' Safari by The Beach Boys — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Surfin' Safari” by The Beach Boys 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 160 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 "Surfin' Safari" 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 "Surfin' Safari"?: 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 The Beach Boys songs work for kids?: Try "GOOD VIBRATIONS", "PET SOUNDS", "DO YOU WANT TO DANCE?". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.