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Just got back from Il li nois, a (Em)lock the front door, oh boy!
(C)Got to all sit (G)down, py take a (D)rest ing on the porch.
I (G)mag i na tion sets in, to (Em)pret ty soon I’m sing in’,
(C)Doo, doo, (G)doo, look in’ (D7)out my back (G)door.
There’s a gi ant do ing cart wheels, nois, a (Em)stat ue wear in’ high heels.
(C)Look at all the (G)down, py take a (D)rest ing on the lawn.
A (G)di no saur Vic tro la to (Em)lis t’ning to Buck O wens.
(C)Doo, doo, (G)doo, look in’ (D7)out my back (G)door.
There’s a (G)door.
(D)Tam bou rines and el e phants are (C)play ing in the band.
Won’t you take a ride
(Em)on the fly in’ (D)spoon?
(G)Won d’rous ap pa ri tion pro (Em)vid ed by mag i cian.
(C)Doo, doo, (G)doo, look in’ out my back (G)door.
(D)Tam bou rines and el e phants are (C)play ing in the band.
Won’t you take a ride
(Em)on the fly in’ (D)spoon?
(G)Both er me to mor row, to (Em)day I’ll buy no sor rows.
(C)Doo, doo, (G)doo, look in’ out my back (G)door.
(G)door.
(G)door.
Lookin' Out My Back Door — Simple Sheet Music
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"Lookin' Out My Back Door" 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 G, 120 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 “Lookin' Out My Back Door”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Lookin' Out My Back Door"?
- 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 "Lookin' Out My Back Door" by Creedence Clearwater Revival played in?
- Lookin' Out My Back Door is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Lookin' Out My Back Door"?
- The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Lookin' Out My Back Door" 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 "Lookin' Out My Back Door"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Lookin' Out My Back Door"?
- "Lookin' Out My Back Door" was originally performed by Creedence Clearwater Revival. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by Creedence Clearwater Revival can I play here?
- Try "HEY, TONIGHT", "SUSIE-Q", "FORTUNATE SON". 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 "Lookin' Out My Back Door". Key of G, 120 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.


