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Love Is A Battlefield

· by Pat Benatar

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Lyrics

We are young.

Heart ache to (Bb)heart ache we (Dm)stand;

no prom is (Bb)es, no de mands.

Love is (Bb)a bat tle field.

We are (Dm)strong.

(Am)No one can (Bb)tell us we’re wrong,

(Am)search ing (Bb)our hearts for so (Dm)long;

(Am)both of us (Bb)know ing

love is a bat tle field.

You’re (Dm)beg ging me to go, then you (C)mak ing me stay.

Why do you hurt me so bad?

It would (Dm)help me to know do I (C)stand in your way,

or am I the best thing you’ve had?

But Be (Dm)lieve me, be lieve me, I (C)can’t tell you why, but I’m (Bb)trapped by your love and I’m (Gm)chained to your

side.

We are young.

(Am)Heart ache to (Bb)heart ache we stand;

(Am)no prom is (Bb)es, no de mands.

(Am)Love is a (Bb)bat tle field.

We are strong.

(Am)No one can (Bb)tell us we’re wrong,

(Am)search ing (Bb)our hearts for so (Dm)long;

(Am)both of us (Bb)know ing

love is a bat tle field.

When I’m

Love Is A Battlefield by Pat Benatar — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Love Is A Battlefield” 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 G at 90 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 "Love Is A Battlefield" 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 "Love Is A Battlefield"?: 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 "Love Is A Battlefield" use?: Just 6 chords: Am, Bb, Bbmaj7, C, Dm, Gm. 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.