Be Still My Beating Heart

by Sting

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Lyrics

Be still my beat ing heart.

It would be (Am7)bet ter to be cool.

It’s not (Am7)time to be o pen just yet.

A (Am7)les son once learned is so hard to for get.

Be (Am7)still my beat ing heart.

I’ll be tak to en stand for your a fool.

ground.

It’s not (Am7)health y to run at this pace.

(Am7)Blood runs so red to my face.

I’ve been to (D)ev ’ry sin gle (E)book I know to (F)soothe the thoughts that (D)plague me so.

(Dm7)Sink like a stone that’s been (Em)thrown in the o cean, my (F)log ic has drowned in a (G)sea of e mo tion.

Stop be fore you start.

Be still my beat ing heart.

Still my beat ing heart.

Still my beat ing heart.

Still my beat ing heart.

Still my beat ing heart.

Re (Am7)store my bro ken dreams,

shat tered (Am7)like a fall ing glass.

Not (Am7)read y to be bro ken just yet.

A (Am7)les son once learned is so hard to for get.

Be

Stop be fore you start.

Be still my beat ing heart.

Still my beat ing heart.

Still my beat ing heart.

Still my beat ing heart.

Still my beat ing (D)heart.

Nev er to be wrong,

Nev er to make prom is (F)es that break.

It’s like sing ing in the wind

or writ ing on the sur face of the lake.

And I (Am7)wrig gle like a fish caught on dry land,

strug gle to a void an y help at hand.

(Dm7)Sink like a stone that’s been (Em)thrown in the o cean, my (F)log ic has drowned in a (G)sea of e mo tion.

Stop be fore you start.

Be still my beat ing heart.

Still my beat ing Still my beat ing heart.

Still my beat ing Still my beat ing heart.

Be Still My Beating Heart by Sting — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Be Still My Beating Heart by Sting 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 A at 102 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 "Be Still My Beating 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 "Be Still My Beating 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.
How many chords does "Be Still My Beating Heart" use?
Just 9 chords: Am, Am7, C, D, Dm7, E, Em, F, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Sting songs work for kids?
Try "DESERT ROSE", "WHEN WE DANCE", "IF I EVER LOSE MY FAITH IN YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.