Talladega

by Eric Church

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It was the (G)sum mer be fore the (D)real rolls world start ed, and the deal was we would (A)get to go if we Most cleaned it up and got it run nin’, but (Bm)Dad dy’s old Win (A)ne ba go.

all And wing and a prayer down Six ty five, dy, (Bm)five best friends Ro on four bald tires.

I can (G)still in see moon Bil ly smil (D)Al in’ when we fi n’lly made it.

o To Tal la de ga, boys raised up, (Bm)whis key in your glass.

And here’s to (G)turn it up or (D)slow in’ down and (Bm)cars that go real fast.

We were (G)laugh in’ and liv in’, drink in’ and wish in’, and (Bm)think in’ as that (A)check ered flag was wav in’,

sure would like to stay in

Tal la de ga.

(G)sum Like a stone, time (D)real rolls world on.

ed, You can’t hit pause as we (A)just to did.

if we Most days in life don’t stand it out, nin’, but (Bm)life’s a bout those (A)days that we all liked.

wing Rock in’ Ran do, get tin’ row dy, (Bm)five shoot in’ Ro man can dles at the man (G)still in the moon Bil till the (D)Al a bam a sun was break in’

o ver Tal la de ga, boys raised up, (Bm)whis key in your glass.

And here’s to (G)turn it up or (D)slow in’ down and (Bm)cars that go real fast.

We were (G)laugh in’ and liv in’, drink in’ and wish in’, and (Bm)think in’ as that (A)check ered flag was wav in’,

sure would like to stay in

Tal la de ga.

Tal la de ga,

Tal la de ga.

When the winds go cold and it blows Oc to ber, I think a bout us shoul der to shoul der.

(G)Like those cars, my thoughts roll o ver and o ver and o ver.

In my mind

to night, I’m in Tal la de Tal la de ga.

Tal la de ga,

Tal la de ga.

Talladega by Eric Church — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Talladega by Eric Church 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 D at 160 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "Talladega" 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 "Talladega"?
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.