Barracuda

by Heart

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Lyrics

So (E5)this ain’t the end, I saw you a gain

to (C5)day.

I had to turn my (G5)heart (A5)a (D5)way.

Smile like the sun, kiss es for ev

’ry (C5)one, and tales it (D5)nev (E5)er fails.

You ly ing (C5)so low (G)in (A5)the weeds.

I (CN.C.)bet you gon na am bush me.

You’d have me (D5)down, down, down, down on my knees now (CN.C.)would n’t ya, Bar ra cu (E5)da?

Oh!

(E5)Back o ver time we were all trying

for (C5)free.

You met the por (G5)poise (A5)and (D5)me.

Uh huh!

No right, no wrong sell ing a song.

A (C5)name

whis per game.

And if the (C5)real thing (G)don’t do (A5)the trick

you bet ter make up some thing quick.

You gon na (D5)burn, burn, burn, burn, burn to the wick

(CN.C.)Ooh Bar ra cu (E5)da.

Oh

(E5)yeah!

(C5)“Sell me, sell you,” the por poise said.

(A5)Dive down, deep to save my head.

You,

I think that (G5)you (A5)got (D5)the (E5)blues

too.

(C5)All that night and all the next (A5)swam with out look ing back.

Made for the west ern (E5)pools.

(F#5)Sil ly, (G5)sil (A5)ly fools.

(A5)The

(E5)Oh

Bar ra, Bar ra cu da.

Yeah!

Barracuda by Heart — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Barracuda” by Heart 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 E at 136 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "Barracuda" 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 "Barracuda"?
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.
How many chords does "Barracuda" use?
Just 16 chords: Apow, C, Cpow, D, Dpow, Ebm, Em, Em6, +8 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Heart songs work for kids?
Try "CRAZY ON YOU", "MAGIC MAN", "Never". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.