Beating Heart

by Ellie Goulding

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Eyes make their (F)peace in dif fi cul (Bb)ties with wound ed lips and salt ed cheeks.

And fi nal (F)ly we step tumn to (Bb)leave to the de part ure lounge of dis be lief.

And I (Dm)don’t know where I’m go ing but I (Bb)know it’s gon na be a long time.

And I’ll be (Dm)leav ing in the morn ing come the (Bb)white wine bit ter sun light.

(CN.C.)Wan na hear your (Dm)beat

ing (F)heart

to night

Be fore the (Dm)bleed

ing (F)sun comes a live.

I want to make the best of (Dm)what is left, hold (Bb)tight.

And hear my (Dm)beat

ing (F)heart one last (Bb)time

be fore day

(Dm)light.

And (CN.C.)the can yon (F)un der neath the trees, (Bb)ties be hind the dark sky, you looked at I fell for (F)you like au tumn leaves.

(Bb)leave to the de Nev er fad ed, ev er green.

And I (Dm)don’t know where I’m go ing but I (Bb)know it’s gon na be a long time.

And I’ll be (Dm)leav ing in the morn ing come the (Bb)white wine bit ter sun light.

(CN.C.)Wan na hear your (Dm)beat

ing (F)heart

to night

Be fore the (Dm)bleed

ing (F)sun comes a live.

I want to make the best of (Dm)what is left, hold (Bb)tight.

And hear my (Dm)beat

ing (F)heart one last (Bb)time

be fore day

(Dm)light.

And (CN.C.)the can yon (Bb)time.

Beating Heart by Ellie Goulding — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Beating Heart” by Ellie Goulding 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 Bb at 120 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "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 "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 "Beating Heart" use?
Just 4 chords: Bb, C, Dm, F. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Ellie Goulding songs work for kids?
Try "Still Falling For You", "Love Me Like You Do", "LOVE ME LIKE YOU DO". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.