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(C)I ko, I ko, I ko, I ko un (G)day.
(G7)Jock a mo fee no ai na né, jock a mo fee na (C)né.
My grand ma and your grand ma were talk in’ by the (G)fi o.
(G7)My grand ma told your grand ma, “We’re gon na par ty on the bay ou.” Talk in’ ‘bout, hey now, hey now, I ko I ko un (G)day.
(G7)Jock a mo fee no ai na né, jock a mo fee na (C)né.
(C)My por poise and your por poise, swim min’ up the (G)bay ou.
(G7)My por poise told a your por poise, “I’m gon na jump a in to the (C)sky o.” Now, you my best friend and you your best friend were sit ting on the (G)bay ou.
‘cause (G7)My best friend told your best friend, “Man, my por poise jumped so high o.” Talk in’ ’bout hey now, hey now, I ko I ko un (G)day.
(G7)Jock a mo fee no ai na né, jock a mo fee na (C)né.
(C)See that girl all dressed in green, I ko, I ko (G)un day.
(G7)She’s not a she’s jam mer maid queen, “I’m gon na jock a mo fee na (C)né.
o.” Now, you my lit tle told you your lit tle were “O ko, me o (G)mi o.” ‘cause (G7)My lit tle told your lit tle “We be jam min’ on the bay ou.” Talk in’ ’bout jock a mo fee na (C)né.
Talk in’ ‘bout (Bb7)I ko, I ko, I ko, I ko, un day;
I ko, I ko, I ko, I ko, un day;
(Bb7)I ko, I ko, I ko, I ko, un day;
I ko, I ko, I ko, I ko, un day;
day.
Iko Iko — Simple Sheet Music
"Iko Iko" 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 C, 160 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “Iko Iko”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Iko Iko"?
- Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
- What key is "Iko Iko" by The Dixie Cups played in?
- Iko Iko is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Iko Iko"?
- The arrangement plays at 160 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Iko Iko" easy to play on piano?
- Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
- Can I download sheet music for "Iko Iko"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Iko Iko"?
- "Iko Iko" was originally performed by The Dixie Cups. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by The Dixie Cups can I play here?
- Try "IKO IKO", "CHAPEL OF LOVE". 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 "Iko Iko". Key of C, 160 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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