Is "Broken-hearted Girl" 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 "Broken-hearted Girl"?

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 "Broken-hearted Girl" use?

Just 10 chords: A7, Am, Bb, C, Dm, Dm7, Em7, F, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Beyoncé songs work for kids?

Try "1 + 1", "LOVE ON TOP", "Best Thing I Never Had". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Broken-hearted Girl

· by Beyoncé

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Lyrics

You’re ev ’ry thing I thought you nev er were and noth ing like I thought you could have been.

But (F)still, you live in side of me, so tell I want me how is that?

You’re the on ly one I wish I could for get, (Bb)but The on ly one I love to not for give.

And (F)though you break my heart, but (C)you’re the on ly one.

And though there are (Gm)times when I hate you ’cause (Bb)I can’t e rase the (F)times that you hurt me and put (C)tears on my face.

And e ven (Gm)now while I hate you it (Bb)pains me to say, I (Dm)know I’ll be there there at the (C)end of the day.

(Dm)I don’t wan na be with out you, babe, (Bb)I don’t want a bro ken heart.

Don’t (F)wan na take a breath with out you, babe.

(C)I don’t want to play that part.

I (Dm)know that I love you, but (Bb)let me just say, I (F)don’t wan na love you in (C)no kind a way.

No, no, I don’t wan na bro ken heart, And (Bb)I don’t wan na play the bro ken heart ed girl.

No,

no,

no bro ken heart ed (Dm)girl.

I’m no bro ken heart ed girl.

There’s some thing that I feel I need to say, but up till now I’ve al ways been a fraid.

that (F)you would nev er come a round, but still I want to put this out.

You’re You say you’ve got the most re spect for me, (Bb)but some times I feel you’re not de serv ing me.

And (F)still you’re in my heart, but (C)you’re the on ly one.

And yes, there are (Gm)times when I hate you but (Bb)I don’t com plain, ’cause (F)I’ve been you a fraid that you (C)would walk a way.

And Oh, but (Gm)now I don’t hate you I’m (Bb)hap py to say, that (Dm)I will be there there at the (C)end of the day.

(Dm)I don’t wan na be with out you, babe, (Bb)I don’t want a bro ken heart.

Don’t (F)wan na take a breath with out you, babe.

(C)I don’t want to play that part.

I (Dm)know that I love you, but (Bb)let me just say, I (F)don’t wan na love you in (C)no kind a way.

No, no, I don’t wan na bro ken heart, And (Bb)I don’t wan na play the bro ken heart ed girl.

No,

no,

no bro ken heart ed (Dm)girl.

I’m no bro ken heart ed girl.

no bro ken heart ed girl.

Now I’m at a place I thought I’d (Dm)nev er be.

Ooh.

I’m liv in’ in a world that’s all a bout (Dm)you and me,

yeah.

Ain’t got ta be af raid, my bro ken (F)heart is free, to spread my (Bb)wings (Am)and (Gm)fly (F)a way,

a (A7)way with a you.

Yeah, yeah, yeah.

ooh.

(Dm)I don’t wan na be with out my, ba by.

(Bb)I don’t wan na bro ken heart.

Don’t (F)wan na take a breath with out ma ba by, (C)I don’t wan na play that part.

I (Dm)know that I love you, but (Bb)let me just say, I (F)don’t want to love you in (C)no kind a way, no, no.

I don’t want a bro ken heart, (Bb)I don’t want to play the bro ken heart ed girl.

No,

no,

no bro ken heart ed girl.

Bro ken heart ed girl,

no,

No bro ken heart ed girl.

Broken-hearted Girl by Beyoncé — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Broken-hearted Girl” by Beyoncé 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 84 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 "Broken-hearted Girl" 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 "Broken-hearted Girl"?: 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 "Broken-hearted Girl" use?: Just 10 chords: A7, Am, Bb, C, Dm, Dm7, Em7, F, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Beyoncé songs work for kids?: Try "1 + 1", "LOVE ON TOP", "Best Thing I Never Had". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.