Yakety Yak

by The Coasters

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Lyrics

(CN.C.)Take out the pa pers and the (C)trash,

or you don’t get no the spend ing (F)cash.

If you don’t scrub that kitch en (G7)floor,

you ain’t gon na rock ’n’ roll out no the (C)more.

Yak et y yak!

Don’t talk back.

Just fin ish clean ing up your (C)room.

Let’s see that dust fly the with that (F)broom.

Get all that gar bage out of (G7)sight,

or you don’t na go out Fri out day the (C)night.

Yak et y yak!

Don’t talk back.

You just put on your coat and yak!

Don’t talk back.

(C)Yak et y yak, yak et y yak!

Yakety Yak by The Coasters — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Yakety Yak” by The Coasters 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 200 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 "Yakety Yak" 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 "Yakety Yak"?
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.