Died In Your Arms

by Cutting Crew

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Lyrics

I keep look ing for some thing I can’t get.

Bro ken hearts face, lie all a round me, and I don’t see an eas y way to get out (F#sus)of this.

Her (Bm)dia ry, it sits by the bed side ta ble.

The (Gmaj7)cur tains are closed, the cat’s in the cra dle.

Who would ’ve thought that a boy like me could (F#sus)come to this.

Oh,

(Bm)I, I just died in your arms to night.

It (F#m)must ’ve been some thing you said;

I just died in your arms to night.

Oh,

’cause (Bm)I, I just died in your arms to night.

It (F#m)must ’ve been some kind of kiss;

I (Em)should ’ve walked a way,

I should ’ve walked a way.

Is there an y just cause for feel ing like this?

get.

On the sur face, a name on a me, I try to be dis creet but then I blow it (F#sus)a gain.

I’ve (Bm)lost ry, and found, it’s my fi nal mis take, she’s (Gmaj7)lov ing by prox no give and all take.

I’ve been thrilled to fan ta sy one too man y (F#sus)times.

to this.

Oh,

(Bm)I, I just died in your arms to night.

It (F#m)must ’ve been some thing you said;

I just died in your arms to night.

Oh,

’cause (Bm)I, I just died in your arms to night.

It (F#m)must ’ve been some kind of kiss;

I (Em)should ’ve walked a way,

I should ’ve walked a way.

Is there I should ’ve walked a way.

It was a long, hot night.

She made it eas y, she made it feel right.

But now it’s o ver, the mo ment is gone.

I (F#)fol lowed my (Bm)hands, not my (F#)head; I know I was wrong.

Oh, I should ’ve walked a way.

Died In Your Arms by Cutting Crew — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Died In Your Arms” by Cutting Crew 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 B at 132 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 "Died In Your Arms" 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 "Died In Your Arms"?
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 "Died In Your Arms" use?
Just 10 chords: A, Bm, Bm7, Em, Esus4, F#, F#m, F#sus4, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.