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Flashdance...what A Feeling

· by Irene Cara

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Lyrics

(Bb)First,

when there’s (F)noth ing

but a (Cm)slow

glow ing (Gm)dream,

that your (Eb)fear

seems to (Bb)hide

deep in (Ab)side

your (Eb)mind,

All a (Bb)lone

I have (F)cried

si lent (Cm)tears

full of (Gm)pride

in a (Eb)world

made of (Bb)steel,

made of (Ab)stone.

Well, (Bb)I

hear the (F)mu sic, close my (Cm)eyes,

feel the (Gm)rhy thm.

Wrap a (Eb)round,

take a (Bb)hold

of my (Ab)heart.

What a feel ing.

(F)Be in’s be liev (F)in’,

(F)I can have it all now (F7)I’m danc ing for my life.

(F7)Take your pas sion

and (F)make it hap pen.

(F)Pic tures come a live.

You (F7)can dance right through your life.

Now

What a feel ing.

What a feel ing.

(I am (F)mu sic now.) Be in’s be liev (I am (F)rhy thm now.) Pic tures come a live, you can (Bb)dance right through your life.

What a feel (I can real ly have it all.) What a feel (I can real ly have it all.) What a feel ing.

Flashdance...what A Feeling by Irene Cara — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Flashdance...what A Feeling” by Irene Cara 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 Eb at 120 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 "Flashdance...what A Feeling" 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 "Flashdance...what A Feeling"?: 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 "Flashdance...what A Feeling" use?: Just 9 chords: Ab, Bb, Cm, Cm7, Eb, F, F7, Gb, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Irene Cara songs work for kids?: Try "Fame", "FAME", "Flashdance...What A Feeling". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.