Yankee Doodle Boy

· by George M. Cohan

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(C)I’m the kid that’s all the (G)can dy, (C)I’m a Yan kee Doo dle (G)Dan dy, (D)I’m glad I am, (G7)(So’s Un cle Sam.) (C)I’m a real live Yan kee (G)Doo dle, (C)Made my name and fame and (G)boo dle, (C)Just like (C7)Mis ter (F)Doo dle (Fm)did, by (G7)rid ing on a (C)po ny.

I love to lis ten to the Dix ey strain, “I long to see the girl I (D7)left be hind me," (G7)That ain’t a josh, She’s a (C)Yan kee, by gosh.

(Oh,

say

An y (G7)thing a bout a Yan kee that’s a phon

(C)ey?)

(F)I’m a Yan kee Doo dle (G7)Dan

dy, A (C7)Yan kee Doo dle, do or (F)die;

A (D7)real live nep hew of my (Gm)Un (D7)cle (Gm)Sam’s,

(G7)Born on the Fourth of Ju (C7)ly.

I’ve (F)got a Yan kee Doo dle (G7)sweet

heart,

(C7)She’s my Yan kee Doo dle (F)joy.

Yan kee Doo dle came to (C7)Lon don, (F)Just to (C7)ride the (F)po nies, (G7)I am a (C7)Yan kee Doo dle (F)Boy.

(F)I’m a Yan kee Doo dle (G7)Dan

dy, A (C7)Yan kee Doo dle, do or (F)die;

A (D7)real live nep hew of my (Gm)Un (D7)cle (Gm)Sam’s,

(G7)Born on the Fourth of Ju (C7)ly.

I’ve (F)got a Yan kee Doo dle (G7)sweet

heart,

(C7)She’s my Yan kee Doo dle (F)joy.

Yan kee Doo dle came to (C7)Lon don, (F)Just to (C7)ride the (F)po nies, (G7)I am a (C7)Yan kee Doo dle (F)Boy.

(F)Boy.

Yankee Doodle Boy by George M. Cohan — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Yankee Doodle Boy” by George M. Cohan 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 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 "Yankee Doodle Boy" 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 "Yankee Doodle Boy"?: 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 George M. Cohan songs work for kids?: Try "YOU'RE A GRAND OLD FLAG", "Give My Regards To Broadway", "Harrigan". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.