Is "Heart Attack" 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 "Heart Attack"?

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 "Heart Attack" use?

Just 8 chords: Ab, Bbm, C, C7, Cm, Db, Eb, Fm. Take it one section at a time.

What other Demi Lovato songs work for kids?

Try "LA LA LAND", "DIFFERENT SUMMERS", "NEON LIGHTS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Heart Attack

· by Demi Lovato

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Lyrics

(Db)Put tin’ my de fens es (Cm)up

’cause (Fm)I don’t wan na fall in love.

If I (CN.C.)ev er did that, I think I’d have a heart at tack.

Nev er put my love for (Ab)out on the line.

Nev er said a “yes” to the right a guy.

And Nev er had I trou ble get ting what I want.

But when it comes to you, I’m (Fm)nev er good e nough.

When I (Ab)don’t care, pain’s I can play him like a Ken doll.

worth.

Won’t wash (Ab)my hair,

then make ’em bounce (Fm)like a bas ket ball.

But you make me (Ab)wan na act like a (Eb)girl, paint my nails (Fm)and wear high (Db)heels.

Yes, you make me (Ab)so nerv ous that I (C7)just can’t hold your hand.

You make me (Db)glow,

but I cov er up.

(Fm)Won’t let it (Db)show.

So I’m (Db)put tin’ my de fens es up

’cause (Fm)I don’t wan na fall in love.

If I (Db)ev er did that, I (CN.C.)think I’d have a heart at (Fm)tack.

I think I’d (Eb)have a heart at (Fm)tack.

I (Eb)think I’d have a heart at tack.

Nev er break a sweat for (Ab)the oth er guys.

Nev er said a round, I get right a guy.

And Nev er had I try to be my self, I want.

it comes it out to wrong I’m (Fm)like a cry for help.

It’s just (Ab)not fair, pain’s I can trou ble than a love is worth.

I gasp (Ab)for air.

It feels so good, (Fm)but you know it hurts.

But you make me (Ab)wan na act like a (Eb)girl, paint my nails (Fm)and wear per (Db)fume.

For you make me (Ab)so nerv ous that I (C7)just can’t hold your hand.

You make me (Db)glow,

but I cov er up.

(Fm)Won’t let it (Db)show.

So I’m (Db)put tin’ my de fens es up

’cause (Fm)I don’t wan na fall in love.

If I (Db)ev er did that, I (CN.C.)think I’d have a heart at (Fm)tack.

I think I’d (Eb)have a heart at (Fm)tack.

I (Eb)think I’d have a heart at tack.

(Fm)tack.

I (Eb)think I’d have a heart at (Fm)tack.

The feel ings got (Db)lost in my lungs; they’re burn ing.

I’d (Ab)rath er be numb.

And there’s (Eb)no one else to blame.

So scared, I take (Db)off in a run.

I’m fly ing too (Ab)close to the sun, and I burst in to (C7)flames.

You make me (Fm)tack.

I think I’d (Eb)have a heart at (Fm)tack.

I (Eb)think I’d have a heart at tack (Fm)tack.

I think I’d (Eb)have a heart at (Fm)tack.

I (Eb)think I’d have a heart at tack.

Heart Attack by Demi Lovato — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Heart Attack” by Demi Lovato 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 85 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 "Heart Attack" 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 "Heart Attack"?: 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 "Heart Attack" use?: Just 8 chords: Ab, Bbm, C, C7, Cm, Db, Eb, Fm. Take it one section at a time.
What other Demi Lovato songs work for kids?: Try "LA LA LAND", "DIFFERENT SUMMERS", "NEON LIGHTS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.