Heartbreak Hotel

by Elvis Presley

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(CN.C.)Well, since my ba by left (E7)me, well, I (CN.C.)found a new place to dwell.

Well, it’s down at the end of Lone ly Street; that’s Heart break Ho tel.

I’ll be, I’ll be so lone ly, ba by.

Well, I’m so lone ly,

I’ll be so lone ly I could (E)die.

Al (E7)though it’s al ways crowd ed, and you the (E7)still can find some room Well, for they bro ken heart ed lov ers Street, to (E7)cry there in the gloom back.

You’ll ’ll be you so, so, it ’ll make you so lone ly, ba by.

It ’ll make you so lone ly.

Oh, they’re so lone ly they could (E)die.

Now, the (E7)bell hop’s tears keep flow ing and you the (E7)desk clerk’s dressed in black.

Well, for they been so long on Lone ly Street, they’ll (E7)nev er, nev er look back.

You’ll ’ll be you so, so, it ’ll make you so lone ly, ba by.

It ’ll make you so lone ly.

Oh, they’re so lone ly they could (E)die.

Now, the (E)die.

Well, now if your ba by leaves (E7)you and you’ve (CN.C.)got a tale to tell, well, just (CN.C.)take a walk down Lone ly Street to Heart break Ho tel where you will be, you will be so lone ly, ba by.

Well, you’ll be lone ly.

You’ll be so lone ly you could (E)die.

if your ba by leaves (E7)you and you’ve (CN.C.)got a tale to tell, well, just (CN.C.)take a walk down Lone ly Street to Heart break Ho tel where you will be, you will be so lone ly, ba by.

Well, you’ll be lone ly.

You’ll be so lone ly you could (E)die.

Al die.

Heartbreak Hotel by Elvis Presley — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Heartbreak Hotel” by Elvis Presley 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 E at 100 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 "Heartbreak Hotel" 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 "Heartbreak Hotel"?
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 "Heartbreak Hotel" use?
Just 6 chords: A7, B7, C, E, E7, F7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Elvis Presley songs work for kids?
Try "C'MON EVERYBODY", "A LITTLE LESS CONVERSATION", "BURNING LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.