You Can Call Me Al

by Paul Simon

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You Can Call Me Al

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Paul Simon100 BPM

Lyrics

A man walks down the street, he says, “Why am I soft in the (C)mid dle now?

Why am I soft in the mid dle, the rest of my life is (C)so hard.

I need a pho to op por tun i ty, I want a shot at re (C)demp tion.

(F)Don’t want to end up a car toon in a (Gm7)car toon grave (C)yard.” (F)Bone dig ger, bone dig ger, (Gm7)dogs in the (C)moon light, far a way in my (Gm7)well lit door.

Mis ter (F)beer bel ly, beer bel ly, (Gm7)get these mutts a (C)way from me.

I don’t find this stuff a (Gm7)mus ing an y more.

(F)If you’ll be my (C)bod y guard (Gm7)I can be your (C)long (F)lost pal.

(F)I can call you (C)Bet ty and (Gm7)Bet ty, when you (C)call me, you can (F)call me Al.

A man walks down the street, he says, “Why am I soft in the (C)mid dle now?

Why am I soft in the mid dle, the rest of my life is (C)so hard.

I need a pho to op por tun i ty, I want a shot at re (C)demp tion.

(F)Don’t want to end up a car toon in a (Gm7)car toon grave (C)yard.” (F)Bone dig ger, bone dig ger, (Gm7)dogs in the (C)moon light, far a way in my (Gm7)well lit door.

Mis ter (F)beer bel ly, beer bel ly, (Gm7)get these mutts a (C)way from me.

I don’t find this stuff a (Gm7)mus ing an y more.

(F)If you’ll be my (C)bod y guard (Gm7)I can be your (C)long (F)lost pal.

(F)I can call you (C)Bet ty and (Gm7)Bet ty, when you (C)call me, you can (F)call me Al.

(F)call (C)me (Gm7)Al.

Call me Al.

(F)call (C)me (Gm7)Al.

Call me.

Na na na na na na na (C)na.

Na na na na.

Na na na (C)na na.

Na na na na na na na (C)na.

Na na na na.

Na na na (C)na na.

(F)Hm, hm,

hm, hm.

(F)Hm, hm,

hm, hm.

(F)If you’ll be my (C)bod y guard

(F)I can call you (C)Bet ty.

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You Can Call Me Al by Paul Simon — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “You Can Call Me Al” by Paul Simon 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 Bb at 116 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 "You Can Call Me Al" 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 "You Can Call Me Al"?
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 Paul Simon songs work for kids?
Try "Still Crazy After All These Years", "KODACHROME", "ME AND JULIO DOWN BY THE SCHOOLYARD". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.