Welcome To The 60's (From Hairspray)

by Marc Shaiman

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(C)Hey ma ma, hey ma ma, (Em7)look a round!

(Dm7)Ev ’ry bod y’s groov in’ to a (F)brand er new sound.

(C)Hey ma ma, hey ma ma, (Em7)fol low me!

Oh (Dm7)I know some thing’s in you that you (F)wan na set free.

So let go, go, go of the past now.

Say hel lo to the love in your (G)heart.

Yes, (Ebm7)I know that the world’s spin ning fast now.

But You got ta (F)get your self a brand new start.

Hey, ma ma, wel come to the (C)six ties!

Oh oh oh oh oh.

Oh your ma ma, wel come to the (C)six ties!

Oh oh oh oh oh.

Go, ma ma, go, go, go!

Wel come to the (F)six ties!

Wo oh oh oh oh.

Hey a ma ma!

(C)Yeah, yeah, yeah!

Yeah, yeah, yeah!

(C)Hey ma ma, hey ma ma, (Em7)take my hand.

(Dm7)First let’s make a pit stop at the (F)wie er ner stand.

(C)Hey ma ma, hey ma ma, (Em7)take a chance.

Oh (Dm7)Tra cy, it’s been years since some one (F)asked me to dance.

So let go, go, go of the past now.

Say hel lo to the light in your (G)eyes.

Yes, (Ebm7)I know that the world’s spin ning fast now.

But you got ta (F)run the race to win the prize.

Your ma ma’s wel com ing the (C)six ties!

Oh oh oh oh oh.

Oh your ma ma’s wel com ing the (C)six ties!

Oh oh oh oh oh.

Go, ma ma, go, go, go!

Wel come to the (F)six ties!

Wo oh oh oh oh.

Hey a ma ma!

(C)Yeah, yeah, yeah!

Yeah, yeah, yeah!

yeah, yeah!

(Bb)Wel come to the rhy thm of a (F)brand new day.

Take your old fash ioned fears and just throw them a way.

(Bb)You should add some col or and a (F)fresh new “do” ’cause it’s time for a star who looks just like you.

(F#)Don’t cha let no bod y try to steal your fun, ’cause a lit tle touch of lip stick nev er hurt no one.

The (G)fu ture’s got a mil lion roads for you to choose, but you’ll walk a lit tle tall er in some high heeled shoes.

And (A7sus)once you find the style that makes you (A)feel like you, some thing (Asus)fresh some thing (A)new.

Step on (C)out!

Hear us (D)shout!

Ma ma, (C)that’s your (D)cue!

Yeah, (C)yeah, (F)yeah!

Wel come to the six (C)ties!

O pen the door for the girl who has more, she’s a star!

Tra cy, go, go, go!

Hey, ma ma, wel come to the (D)six ties!

Oh oh oh oh oh.

Oh, ma ma, wel come to the (D)six ties!

Oh oh oh oh oh.

Go, ma ma, go go go!

Wel come to the (G)six ties!

Go, ma ma!

Woh oh oh oh oh woh oh oh.

Go, (D)ma ma, (G)go, go, (D)go!

Welcome To The 60's (From Hairspray) by Marc Shaiman — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Welcome To The 60's (From Hairspray) by Marc Shaiman 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 140 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 "Welcome To The 60's (From Hairspray)" 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 "Welcome To The 60's (From Hairspray)"?
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 Marc Shaiman songs work for kids?
Try "I CAN HEAR THE BELLS", "MAMA, I'M A BIG GIRL NOW", "Big, Blonde And Beautiful (from Hairspray)". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.