Well, (Bb)East Coast girls are hip, I real ly dig those styles they wear;
I and the (Eb)South ern girls with on the way they talk land they knock me (F7)out when I’m down there.
The (Bb)Mid west a farm er’s daugh ters real ly I’ve (Ab)make you feel al right.
And the (Eb)North ern girls wait with get the way they the kiss, they keep their (F7)boy friends warm at the night.
I (Bb)wish they all could be Cal i for nia, I (Ab)wish they all could be Cal i for nia, I (Gb)wish they all could be Cal i for nia girls.
The (Bb)West Coast has the sun shine, and the girls all get so tanned;
I dig a (Eb)French bi ki ni on Ha wai ian is land dolls by a (F7)palm tree in the sand.
I’ve (Bb)been all a round this great big world, and I’ve (Ab)seen all kinds of girls.
Yeah, but (Eb)I could n’t wait to get the back in the States, back to the (F7)cut est girls in the world.
I (Bb)wish they all could be Cal i for nia, I (Ab)wish they all could be Cal i for nia, I (Gb)wish they all could be Cal i for nia girls.
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I (Bb)wish they all could be Cal i for nia, I (Cm7)wish they all could be Cal i for nia, I (Bb)wish they all could be Cal i for nia, I (Cm7)wish they all could be Cal i for nia, I Cal i for nia girls.
California Girls — Simple Sheet Music
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"California Girls" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of Eb, 118 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “California Girls”
- What key is "California Girls" by David Lee Roth played in?
- California Girls is arranged in the key of Eb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "California Girls"?
- The arrangement plays at 118 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "California Girls" easy to play on piano?
- This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
- Can I download sheet music for "California Girls"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "California Girls"?
- "California Girls" was originally performed by David Lee Roth. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "California Girls"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: Ab, Abm, Bb, Bbm, C, Cm7, Eb, F7, +1 more.
- What other songs by David Lee Roth can I play here?
- Try "Just A Gigolo / I Ain't Got Nobody", "JUST LIKE PARADISE", "California Girls". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
- Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "California Girls". Key of Eb, 118 BPM.
- What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
- Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.
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