Jambalaya (On The Bayou)

by Hank Williams
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Lyrics

Good bye (C6)Joe, me got ta go, the me oh (G)my oh.

Me got ta (G7)go to pole the pi rogue down the (C)bay ou.

My Y vonne, the sweet est one, me oh (G)my oh.

Son of a (G7)gun, we’ll have big fun on the (C)bay ou.

Jam ba la ya and a craw fish pie, and fi lé (G)gum bo,

’cause to (G7)night I’m gon na see my ma cher a (C)mi o.

Pick gui tar, fill fruit jar and be (G)gay o.

Son of a (G7)gun we’ll have big fun on the (C)bay ou.

Thi bo (C6)daux, Fon tain ta eaux, the place is (G)buzz in’.

Kin folk ta (G7)come to see Y vonne rogue by the (C)doz en.

Dress in style and go hog wild, me oh (G)my oh.

Son of a (G7)gun, we’ll have big fun on the (C)bay ou.

Jam ba la ya and a craw fish pie, and fi lé (G)gum bo,

’cause to (G7)night I’m gon na see my ma cher a (C)mi o.

Pick gui tar, fill fruit jar and be (G)gay o.

Son of a (G7)gun we’ll have big fun on the (C)bay ou.

Thi bo (C)bay ou.

Jambalaya (On The Bayou) — Simple Sheet Music

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"Jambalaya (On The Bayou)" 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, 164 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Jambalaya (On The Bayou)”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Jambalaya (On The Bayou)"?
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 "Jambalaya (On The Bayou)" by Hank Williams played in?
Jambalaya (On The Bayou) 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 "Jambalaya (On The Bayou)"?
The arrangement plays at 164 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Jambalaya (On The Bayou)" 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 "Jambalaya (On The Bayou)"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Jambalaya (On The Bayou)"?
"Jambalaya (On The Bayou)" was originally performed by Hank Williams. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Hank Williams can I play here?
Try "COLD, COLD HEART", "YOUR CHEATIN' HEART", "I'M SO LONESOME I COULD CRY". 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 "Jambalaya (On The Bayou)". Key of C, 164 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.