Loco In Acapulco

by Four Tops
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Lyrics

(F)Go ing lo co down in A ca (C)pul co if you stay too long.

Yes, you’ll be go ing lo co down in A ca (C)pul co; the (F)ma gic down (Bb)there is so (Gm)strong.

Feel the pres sure, your back’s a gainst the (C)wall.

Love is (F)gain ing on you, you’re just (Gm)a bout to fall.

If you’re a (F)fraid to love, a fraid to take a (C)chance, you bet ter (F)hide your feel (Bb)ings; get out while you can.

’Cause you’ll be go ing lo co down in A ca (C)pul co if you stay too long.

Yes, you’ll be go ing lo co down in A ca (C)pul co; the (F)mag ic down (Bb)there is so (Gm)strong.

Loco In Acapulco — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "Loco In Acapulco" by Four Tops: lyrics on screen with the chords above each line and a bouncing ball that lands on every word in time. Sing along, or play along on guitar or piano from the chord chart. Change the key to fit your voice, slow the tempo down. Key of F, 120 BPM.

Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.

About “Loco In Acapulco”

What key is "Loco In Acapulco" by Four Tops played in?
Loco In Acapulco is arranged in the key of F on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Loco In Acapulco"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Loco In Acapulco" easy to play on piano?
This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
Can I download sheet music for "Loco In Acapulco"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Loco In Acapulco"?
"Loco In Acapulco" was originally performed by Four Tops. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Loco In Acapulco"?
This arrangement uses 4 chords: Bb, C, F, Gm. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
What other songs by Four Tops can I play here?
Try "Reach Out, I'll Be There". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is there a karaoke version of "Loco In Acapulco" with lyrics?
Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Loco In Acapulco" by Four Tops. The lyrics appear on screen a line at a time and each word lights up exactly when it's sung, with a bouncing ball leading you word to word. A backing plays underneath so you can just sing.
Does it show chords so I can play along on guitar or piano?
It does — a chord symbol sits on a thin row just above the lyric it changes on, so the same screen doubles as a lyrics-and-chords chart. Guitarists can strum the changes and pianists can comp while singing; the chords are colour-coded and move with the live transpose if you change key.
Can I change the key of "Loco In Acapulco" to match my voice or capo?
Yes. The original is in F, but the live transpose control shifts the whole song up or down semitones until the melody sits in your range (or maps to an easier guitar shape / capo position) — the on-screen chords and the backing move with it.
Can I slow "Loco In Acapulco" down to learn the words and chords?
Yes — the tempo control lets you take it as slow as you need while the lyrics still light up in time and the ball keeps you on the beat. Speed it back up once you can sing and play it through.