Word Up

by Cameo

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Lyrics

(F#m)Y’all per pret ty la dies a (E5)round the world, got a (D5)weird to thing to (E5)show you, so tell (F#5)all the boys and girls.

You Tell your broth er, your sis ter and your (E5)ma ma, too, ’cause we’re a (D5)bout to throw (E5)down and you’ll (F#5)know just what to do.

Wave your hands sic in the air it, like (E)you don’t care, glide don’t by the peo ple as they (F#)start to look and stare.

Do your (F#m)dance, do your dance, (E)do your dance on quick, ma ma.

Come on, (E)ba by, tell me (F#)what’s the word.

A word up,

(F#)ev ’ry (Esus)bod y (E)say.

(D)When you hear the (E)call, you’ve got to (F#)get it un der way.

Word up,

it’s the (Esus)code (E)word.

No (D)mat ter where you (E)say it you know (F#)that you’ll be heard.

Now all you

(F#)ev ’ry (Esus)bod y (E)say.

(D)When you hear the (E)call, you’ve got to (F#)get it un der way, oh.

Just (F#)come on all you peo ple sing: (F#5)W O R D Up!

W O R D Up!

W O R D Up!

W O R D Up!

Word Up by Cameo — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Word Up by Cameo 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 F# at 112 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 "Word Up" 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 "Word Up"?
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.