Surfin’ Safari Ukulele Chords – The Beach Boys. This song uses the chords: A, D, E, C. You can change the key for free, as needed.
Surfin’ Safari Ukulele Chords – The Beach Boys
(The original recording is in the key of Bb. Capo 1st fret to play along)
VERSE 1:
ELet’s go surfin’ now Deverybody’s learnin’ how
B ome on and safari with Eme (Come on and safari with)
AEarly in the mornin’ we’ll be Dstartin’ out
Some Ehoneys will be comin’ Aalong
We’re Aloadin’ up our Woody with our Dboards inside
And Eheadin’ out singin’ our Asong
CHORUS 1:
ACome on, baby, wait and see (surfin’, surfin’ safari)
Yes, I’m gonna take you surfin’ with me (surfin’, surfin’ safari)
DCome along, baby, wait and see (surfin’, surfin’ safari)
Yes, AI‘m gonna take you surfin’ with me (surfin’, surfin’ safari)
ELet’s go surfin’ now Deverybody’s learnin’ how
BCome on and safari with Eme (Come on and safari with)
VERSE 2:
At AHuntington and Malibu, they’re Dshootin’ the pier
At ERincon, they’re walkin’ the Anose
We’re Agoin’ on safari to the Dislands this year
So if Eyou’re comin’, get ready to Ago
CHORUS 2:
ACome on, baby, wait and see (surfin’, surfin’ safari)
Yes, I’m gonna take you surfin’ with me (surfin’, surfin’ safari)
DCome along, baby, wait and see (surfin’, surfin’ safari)
Yes, AI‘m gonna take you surfin’ with me (surfin’, surfin’ safari)
ELet’s go surfin’ now Deverybody’s learnin’ how
BCome on and safari with Eme (Come on and safari with)
SOLO:
A D E x2
VERSE 2:
AThey’re anglin’ in Laguna in DCerro Azul
They’re Ekickin’ out in Doheny Atoo
I tell you Asurfing’s mighty wild, it’s gettin’ Dbigger every day
From EHawaii to the shores of APeru
CHORUS 3:
ACome on, baby, wait and see (surfin’, surfin’ safari)
Yes, I’m gonna take you surfin’ with me (surfin’, surfin’ safari)
DCome along, baby, wait and see (surfin’, surfin’ safari)
Yes, AI‘m gonna take you surfin’ with me (surfin’, surfin’ safari)
ELet’s go surfin’ now Deverybody’s learnin’ how
BCome on and safari with Eme (Come on and safari with Ame)
ASurfin’ safari (yeah, me)
Surfin’ safari (with me)
Surfin’ safari (yeah, me)
Surfin’ safari (with me)
Surfin’ safari (yeah, me)
Surfin’ safari (with me)
Surfin’ safari (yeah, me)
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“Surfin’ Safari” History:
“**Surfin’ Safari**” is a classic surf rock song by **The Beach Boys**, released as a single in **June 1962**. It became one of their early hits and helped define the band’s signature surf sound, which combined upbeat rock and roll with themes of surfing, cars, and youthful fun. The song was written by **Brian Wilson** and **Mike Love**, two core members of the band.
Here are some key details about “Surfin’ Safari”:
– **Album**: The song is the title track of their debut album, *Surfin’ Safari*, released in **October 1962**.
– **Chart Performance**: The single reached **#14** on the **Billboard Hot 100** chart in the U.S., marking an early success for The Beach Boys.
– **Style**: The song is characterized by energetic guitar riffs, harmony vocals, and catchy melodies that became hallmarks of The Beach Boys’ sound. It’s a quintessential example of the early ’60s surf rock genre, blending rock ‘n’ roll rhythms with the beach and surfing culture of Southern California.
– **Lyrical Themes**: As the title suggests, the song is all about going on a “surfing safari,” hitting the waves, and enjoying a fun, carefree lifestyle. It paints a vivid picture of beach life and the love of surfing that was central to The Beach Boys’ early music.
“Surfin’ Safari” helped solidify the band’s reputation as ambassadors of the Southern California surf scene, and it remains a beloved part of their early catalog. The song, along with others like “Surfin’ U.S.A.,” helped launch The Beach Boys into stardom.l
