Jar Of Hearts

by Christina Perri

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Lyrics

I know I can’t take one more (C)step

toward you,

’cause all that’s wait ing is re (Dm)gret.

And don’t you know I’m not your (C)ghost

an y more,

you lost the love I love the (F)most.

I learned to live

(Am)half

a (G)live,

and now you (F)want me one more

time.

And who do you think you (G)are,

run ning ’round leav ing (Am)scars,

col lect ing your jar of (Fm)hearts

and tear ing love a (C)part?

You’re gon na catch a (G)cold

from the ice in side your (Am)soul.

So don’t come back for (F)me.

(Fm)Who do you think you (C)are?

I hear you’re ask ing all a round

if I am an y where to be (Dm)found,

but I have grown too (C)strong

to ev er fall back in your (F)arms.

(C)are?

And (Am)it took so (E)long just to (C)feel al (D7)right,

re (Am)mem ber how to (E)put back the (C)light in my (D7)eyes.

I (Am)wish I had (E)missed the first (C)time that we (D7)kissed

’cause (Am)you broke (E)all your (C)prom is (D7)es.

And (F)now you’re back,

you don’t get to (E)get me

back.

And who do you think you (G)are,

run ning ’round leav ing (Am)scars,

col lect ing your jar of (Fm)hearts

and tear ing love a (C)part?

You’re gon na catch a (G)cold

from the ice in side your (Am)soul.

So don’t come back for (Fm)me,

don’t come back at (C)all.

And who do you think you (G)are,

run ning ’round leav ing (Am)scars,

col lect ing your jar of (F)hearts,

(Fm)tear ing love a (C)part?

You’re gon na catch a (G)cold

from the ice in side your (Am)soul.

Don’t come back for (F)me,

(Fm)don’t come back at (C)all.

(Fdim)Who do you think you (C)are?

(Fdim)Who do you think you (C)are?

(Fdim)Who do you think you (C)are?

Jar Of Hearts by Christina Perri — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Jar Of Hearts” by Christina Perri 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 C at 68 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Jar Of Hearts" 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 "Jar Of Hearts"?
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.