Walk Like An Egyptian

by The Bangles

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All the old paint ings on the tomb, they do the sand dance, they don’t you know.

If they move too quick, (oh way oh,) they’re fall ing down like a dom i no.

All the ba zaar men by the Nile, they got the mon ey the on a bet.

Gold the croc o diles, (oh way oh,) they snap their teeth on your cig a rette.

For eign types with the hook ah pipes say “Way oh way oh,

way oh way oh.”

Walk like an E gyp tian.

The blond wait ress es take their trays.

They spin a round and you cross the floor.

They’ve they got the moves, (oh way oh.) You drop your drink then they bring you more.

All the school kids so sick of books, they like the punk and the met al band.

Then the buz zer rings, (oh way oh,) they’re walk ing like an E gyp the tian.

All the kids in the mar ket place say “Way oh way oh,

way oh way oh.”

Walk like an E gyp tian.

All the Ja pan ese with their yen, the par ty boys call the Krem lin.

And the Chin ese know, (oh way oh,) they walk the line like E gyp ti ans.

All the cops in the do nut shop say, “Way oh way oh,

way oh way oh.”

Walk like an E gyp

(CN.C.)Walk like an E gyp tian.

Walk Like An Egyptian by The Bangles — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Walk Like An Egyptian by The Bangles 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 C at 120 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Walk Like An Egyptian" 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 "Walk Like An Egyptian"?
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.