Achy Breaky Heart (Don't Tell My Heart)

· by Billy Ray Cyrus

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Lyrics

You can tell the world you nev er was my girl.

You can burn my clothes to when I’m (D)gone.

Or you can tell your friends just what a fool I’ve been and laugh and joke a bout me on the (G)phone.

Or

You can tell my arms go back y to the farm.

My You can tell my feet to hit the (D)floor.

Or you can tell my lips to tell my fin ger tips they won’t be reach ing out for you no (G)more.

But Don’t tell my heart, my ach y break y heart, I just don’t think he’d un der (D)stand.

And if you tell my heart, my ach y break y heart, he might blow up and kill this (G)man.

Oh.

You can tell your ma I moved to Ar kan sas.

You can tell your dog to bite my (D)leg.

Or tell your broth er Cliff whose fist can tell my lip, he nev er real ly liked me an y (G)way.

Or

tell your Aunt Lou ise.

Tell an y thing you please.

My self al read y knows I’m not o (D)kay.

Or you can tell my eyes to watch out for my mind.

It might be walk ing out on me to (G)day.

But don’t tell my heart, my ach y break y heart, I just don’t think he’d un der (D)stand.

And if you tell my heart, my ach y break y heart, he might blow up and kill this (G)man.

Oh.

(G)man.

Don’t tell my heart, my ach y break y heart, I just don’t think he’d un der (D)stand.

And if you tell my heart, my ach y break y heart, he might blow up and kill this (G)man.

Oh.

Achy Breaky Heart (Don't Tell My Heart) by Billy Ray Cyrus — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Achy Breaky Heart (Don't Tell My Heart)” by Billy Ray Cyrus in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of G at 100 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Achy Breaky Heart (Don't Tell My Heart)" good for a child learning piano?: Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Achy Breaky Heart (Don't Tell My Heart)"?: Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?: No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?: Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
What other Billy Ray Cyrus songs work for kids?: Try "ACHY BREAKY HEART", "Back To Tennessee". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.