Magic Man

by Heart

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(G5)Cold late night so long a go, when I was not so strong, you know, a (F6/9)pret ty man came to me.

Nev er seen eyes so blue.

You know, I (G5)could not run a way.

It seemed we’d seen each oth er in a dream.

(F6/9)Seemed ma like he knew me.

He ing looked right through me.

(F)“Come on home, girl,” he ma said with a smile.

“Too (Bb)“You don’t have (F)to love me yet.

Let’s get high a while.

But (F)try to un der stand.

Try to un der stand.

(Bb)Try, try, try to un der (C)stand:

I’m a mag ic (G5)man.” Ma ma.

(G5)Win ter nights we sang in tune, when played in side the months of moon: a (F6/9)“Nev er think of nev er.

Let the spell last for ev You er.” Well, (G5)sum mer lov er passed to fall, we’d tried to re al ize it all.

(F6/9)Seemed ma like she’s wor ried: He ing up in a ry.

(F)“Come on home, girl,” he ma cried on the phone.

“Too (Bb)soon to lose (F)my ba by yet.

My should be at home.” But (F)try to un der stand.

Try to un der stand.

(Bb)Try, try, try to un der (C)stand:

he’s a mag ic (G5)man, Ma ma.

(Bb)“Come on (F)home, girl,” he said with a smile.

“I (Bb)cast my spell of (F)love on you: a (G5)wom an from a child.” But (F)try to un der stand.

Try to un der stand.

(Eb)Oh!

Oh!

(F)Try,

try to un der stand.

(Bb)Try, try, try to un der (C)stand:

he’s a mag

ic man.

Ooh,

he (F5)got the mag ic (G5)hands.

(Bb)“Come on (F)home, girl,” he said with a smile.

(Bb)“You don’t have (F)to love me yet.

Let’s get high a while.” But (F)try to un der stand.

Try to un der stand.

(Bb)Try, try, try to un der (C)stand:

he’s a mag ic (Bb)man.

(Bb)Yeah!

(Bb)Oh!

Magic Man by Heart — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Magic Man by Heart 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 Eb 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 "Magic Man" 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 "Magic Man"?
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 "Magic Man" use?
Just 9 chords: Bb, C, Eb, Em7, F, F6, Fpow, G, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Heart songs work for kids?
Try "CRAZY ON YOU", "BARRACUDA", "Never". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.