- Contains complete lyrics
Song: |
Rock Lobster |
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Instruments: |
Voice Piano Backup Vocals | |
Vocal Range: |
C#4-C#6 |
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Scoring: |
Piano/Vocal/Chords Singer Pro |
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Original Published Key: |
C# Minor |
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Time Signature: |
2/2 |
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BPM: |
92 |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
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Product #:
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MN0101094 |
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Price:
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$5.99
Includes 1 print + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
Each additional print is $4.99
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Pages: |
11 |
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Lyrics Begin:
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We were at a party, his earlobe fell in the deep. |
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Appears On:
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Arrangement Details
By: |
The B-52s |
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Pages: |
11 |
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Form: |
Song |
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Instruments: |
Voice Piano Backup Vocals | |
Vocal Range: |
C#4-C#6 |
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Scorings: |
Piano/Vocal/Chords Singer Pro |
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Original Published Key: |
C# Minor |
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Available Keys: |
C# Minor (Orig), A Minor (+8), B Minor (-2), C Minor (-1), D Minor (+1), E Minor (+3), F# Minor (+5), G Minor (+6) |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0101094 |
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Metronome: |
h = 92 |
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Time Signature: |
2/2 |
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Song Details
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Date: |
1979 |
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Publisher: |
Hal Leonard Music Publishing |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0101094 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
We were at a party, his earlobe fell in the deep. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The piano/vocal/chords edition of “Rock Lobster” is in C# minor. You can also purchase it in 7 other keys, each sold separately.
Can I print or download the sheet music?
Your purchase comes with 1 authorized print and an interactive copy you can access for life through the free Musicnotes apps. If you need a PDF, you can add one to your order at checkout.
Can I preview the score and hear it before buying?
You can preview the piano/vocal/chords score for “Rock Lobster” and hear its playback on this page before choosing a key or purchase option. The playback follows the notation in this exact arrangement, helping you hear how the music is written before you buy.
What does this piano/vocal/chords arrangement include?
The piano/vocal/chords arrangement of “Rock Lobster” is written for voice, piano and backup vocals, allowing one singer and one accompanist to perform it as written. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.
Is “Rock Lobster” available for other instruments?
Yes. “Rock Lobster” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Rock Lobster” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 2/2, also known as cut time. Each measure contains two half-note beats.

About This Arrangement
“Rock Lobster” by The B-52s is available as a piano/vocal/chords arrangement in downloadable, printable digital sheet music. It was originally composed by Catherine E Pierson, Fred Schneider and Keith Strickland. It includes 11 pages of music. The original key is C# minor.
It's available in 7 additional keys for transposition. The tempo is around 92 BPM. The arrangement is scored for Voice, Piano and Backup Vocals. This edition contains complete lyrics.
Stylistically, it's Alternative Pop/Rock. This song is available in 6 arrangements on Musicnotes, spanning various instruments and difficulty levels. It was featured on The B-52's.
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