What key is "Under The Boardwalk" in?

"Under The Boardwalk" by The Drifters is in the key of E with a tempo of 112 BPM. Difficulty: easy.

Is "Under The Boardwalk" easy to play on piano?

Yes — this arrangement is rated easy, meaning it uses simple chord patterns and a manageable tempo. Most beginners can play through it in 1-3 practice sessions using our color-coded notes.

Can I play "Under The Boardwalk" without reading sheet music?

Yes. Our player offers a falling-notes mode (Synthesia-style) and a beginner mode with color-coded keys — both let you play along without reading traditional notation.

How long does it take to learn "Under The Boardwalk" on piano?

1–3 short practice sessions for the basics; 2–3 weeks to perform confidently with both hands.

What other songs by The Drifters can I play here?

Try "UNDER THE BOARDWALK", "LIKE SISTER AND BROTHER", "SAVE THE LAST DANCE FOR ME". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

Lyrics

Oh, when the sun beats down and burns the tar up a on the roof,

and your shoes get so hot you wish your tired and feet were fire they (G)proof.

Un der the (C)board walk,

down by the (G)sea,

yeah,

on a blan ket with my ba by’s

where I’ll

be.

(Un der the board walk.) Out of the sun (Un der the board walk.) we’ll be hav in’ some fun.

(Un der the board walk.) Peo ple walk in’ a bove, (Un der the board walk.) we’ll be fall in’ in love.

Un der the (Em)board walk, board walk.

From the park you hear the hap py sounds of a car ou sel,

you can al most so taste the hot your dogs and french fries fire they (G)sell.

Un der the (C)board walk,

down by the (G)sea,

yeah,

on a blan ket with my ba by’s

where I’ll

be.

(Un der the board walk.) Out of the sun (Un der the board walk.) we’ll be hav in’ some fun.

(Un der the board walk.) Peo ple walk in’ a bove, (Un der the board walk.) we’ll be fall in’ in love.

Un der the (Em)board walk, board walk.

From the walk.

Under The Boardwalk by The Drifters

Easy piano arrangement in the key of E at 112 BPM. Difficulty: easy. Color-coded notes — no sheet-reading skill required.

About “Under The Boardwalk”

What key is "Under The Boardwalk" in?: "Under The Boardwalk" by The Drifters is in the key of E with a tempo of 112 BPM. Difficulty: easy.
Is "Under The Boardwalk" easy to play on piano?: Yes — this arrangement is rated easy, meaning it uses simple chord patterns and a manageable tempo. Most beginners can play through it in 1-3 practice sessions using our color-coded notes.
Can I play "Under The Boardwalk" without reading sheet music?: Yes. Our player offers a falling-notes mode (Synthesia-style) and a beginner mode with color-coded keys — both let you play along without reading traditional notation.
How long does it take to learn "Under The Boardwalk" on piano?: 1–3 short practice sessions for the basics; 2–3 weeks to perform confidently with both hands.
What other songs by The Drifters can I play here?: Try "UNDER THE BOARDWALK", "LIKE SISTER AND BROTHER", "SAVE THE LAST DANCE FOR ME". All are available in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.