Heartbreaker

by Pat Benatar

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Lyrics

Your love is like a (Eb5)tid al wave (Db5)spin nin’ o ver my head,

drown in’ me in your prom is es sire, bet ter left un said.

You’re the right kind of sin ner to re lease my in ner fan (C5)ta sy, the in vin ci ble win ner and you know that you were born (C5)to be.

You’re a heart break (G5)er, dream mak er, love tak (C5)er, don’t you mess (Db5)a round with me!

(C5)You’re a heart break (G5)er, dream mak er, love tak (C5)er, don’t you mess (Db5)a round, (C5)no, no, no!

Your love has set my (Eb5)soul on fire, (Db5)burn in’ out of con trol.

drown You taught me the ways of de sire, now it’s tak en its

You’re the right kind of sin ner to re lease my in ner fan (C5)ta sy, the in vin ci ble win ner and you know that you were born (C5)to be.

You’re a heart break (G5)er, dream mak er, love tak (C5)er, don’t you mess (Db5)a round with me!

(C5)You’re a heart break (G5)er, dream mak er, love tak (C5)er, don’t you mess (Db5)a round, (C5)no, no, no!

You’re the right kind of sin ner to re lease my in ner fan ta sy, the in vin ci ble win ner and you know that you were born to be.

You’re a heart break er, dream mak er, love tak er, don’t you mess a round with me!

You’re a heart break (G5)er, dream mak er, love tak er, (C5)don’t you mess (Db5)a round with me!

(C5)You’re a heart break er, dream mak er, love tak er, don’t you (Db5)mess a round with me!

(C5)You’re a heart break er, dream mak er, love tak er, don’t you (Db5)mess a round with me!

(C5)You’re a love tak er, heart break (Db5)er.

Heartbreaker by Pat Benatar — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Heartbreaker” by Pat Benatar 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 160 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 "Heartbreaker" 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 "Heartbreaker"?
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 "Heartbreaker" use?
Just 12 chords: Ab, Abpow, Bbpow, C, Cpow, Db, Dbpow, Eb, +4 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Pat Benatar songs work for kids?
Try "PROMISES IN THE DARK", "WE BELONG", "HELL IS FOR CHILDREN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.