Mambo Jambo (Que Rico El Mambo)

by Perez Prado
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(G7)Do (G)the (G9)Mam (G7)bo, do (G)the (G9)Mam (G7)bo, (C)Mam (Cmaj7)bo (C6)Jam (C)bo, Mam (Cmaj7)bo (Em7)Jam (A7)bo.

(G7)Do (G)the (G9)Mam (G7)bo, do (G)the (G9)Mam (G7)bo, (C)Mam (Cmaj7)bo (C6)Jam (C)bo, Mam (Cmaj7)bo (Em7)Jam (A7)bo.

(G7)Do it with (G)some one you (G9)mad ly a (G7)dore, soon you’ll be (G)find ing what (G9)you’ve wait ed (G7)for.

(C)For when you (Cmaj7)sway with her, (C6)hold ing her (C)close, she’ll be re (Cmaj7)luc tant to (Em7)say “a di (A7)os.” (G7)Lat in A (G)mer i can (G9)kind of ro (G7)mance has to be (G)gin with this (G9)fab u lous (G7)dance.

(C)Won der ful (Cmaj7)rhy thm she’ll (C6)nev er re (C)sist, here is the (Cmaj7)part where she’ll (Em7)want to be (A7)kissed.

Dif f’rent from an y rhum ba, bet ter than an y sam ba, great er than an y tan go, wild er than an y con ga.

The min ute that you be gin,

you’ll find it be neath your skin (Dm7)like the hoo doo (G7)of a voo doo (C)drum.

It teach es your heart the beat,

then goes to your head and feet (Dm7)like a shak er (G7)of Ja mai ca (C)rum.

You (C7)do

the Mam bo (F)Jam bo,

you (C7)dance

to break of (F)day, (Bb)day, (F)day, (Dm7)day.

You (C7)do

the Mam bo (F)Jam bo,

all (C7)night

you hol ler (F)hey!

(Bb)Hey!

(F)day, (Dm7)day.

You (F)Ho lay!

You’ll find at the break of day,

your heart has been flown a way (Dm7)to a land where (G7)on ly lov ers (C)dwell.

The mo ment your love is found,

the mo ment your heart is bound, (Dm7)you will bless the (G7)Mam bo Jam bo (C)spell.

Mambo Jambo (Que Rico El Mambo) — Simple Sheet Music

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"Mambo Jambo (Que Rico El Mambo)" 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.

About “Mambo Jambo (Que Rico El Mambo)

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Mambo Jambo (Que Rico El Mambo)"?
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 "Mambo Jambo (Que Rico El Mambo)" by Perez Prado played in?
Mambo Jambo (Que Rico El Mambo) 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 "Mambo Jambo (Que Rico El Mambo)"?
The arrangement plays at 160 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Mambo Jambo (Que Rico El Mambo)" 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 "Mambo Jambo (Que Rico El Mambo)"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Mambo Jambo (Que Rico El Mambo)"?
"Mambo Jambo (Que Rico El Mambo)" was originally performed by Perez Prado. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Perez Prado can I play here?
Try "Mambo No. 5", "Patricia". 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 "Mambo Jambo (Que Rico El Mambo)". 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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