Take This Job And Shove It

by David Allen Coe

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(CN.C.)Take this job and shove it!

I ain’t (A7)work in’ here no more.

My wom an done left and took all the rea sons I was work in’ for.

You (E)bet ter not try to stand in my way, ’cause I’m (A7)walk in’ out the (E)door.

(A7)Take this job and (E)shove it!

I ain’t (B7)work in’ here no (E)more.

Well, that I’ve been work in’ in u this fac t’ry for nigh on fif teen years.

(A)All this time I watched my wom an (E)drown in’ in a pool of tears.

And I’ve seen a lot I’m of na good blow folk die that (A)had a lot of bills to pay.

(A)I’d give the shirt right off of my back fac es when if I I had the guts to say:

(CN.C.)Take this job and shove it!

I ain’t (A7)work in’ here no more.

My wom an done left and took all the rea sons I was work in’ for.

You (E)bet ter not try to stand in my way, ’cause I’m (A7)walk in’ out the (E)door.

(A7)Take this job and (E)shove it!

I ain’t (B7)work in’ here no (E)more.

Well, that fore man, he’s a reg u lar dog.

t’ry The line boss, he’s a fool.

(A)Got a brand new flat top hair cut; (E)Lord, in’ in he thinks he’s cool.

And One of these days I’m gon na good blow my top.

That (A)suck er, lot he’s gon na pay.

(A)Lord, I can’t wait to see of their back fac es when if I get had the nerve to say:

(E)more.

(CN.C.)Take this job and shove it!

Take This Job And Shove It by David Allen Coe — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Take This Job And Shove It” by David Allen Coe 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 E at 120 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 "Take This Job And Shove It" 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 "Take This Job And Shove It"?
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 "Take This Job And Shove It" use?
Just 7 chords: A, A7, B, B7, C, E, F#. Take it one section at a time.