My Heart Belongs To Daddy

by Ella Fitzgerald

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I (Cdim)used (C)to fall

in love with all

those boys who maul

the young (C)cut ies.

But (Cdim)now (C)I find

I’m more in clined

to keep my mind

on my (C)du ties.

(Bb7)For (Eb)since I (Bb7)came to (Eb)care

for such a (Cm)sweet (Fm)mil lion aire:

(G)While (Cm)tear ing off a game of golf I may make a play for the (Fm6)cad dy;

but (G7)when I do I don’t fol low through ’cause my (Fm)heart (A7)be longs (G7)to (Cm)Dad dy.

(G)If (Cm)I in vite a boy some night to dine on my fine fin nan (Fm6)had die,

I (G7)just a dore his ask ing for more, but my (Fm)heart (A7)be longs (G7)to (Cm)Dad dy.

Yes, my heart be longs to Dad dy,

so I sim ply could n’t be (G7)bad.

Yes, my heart be longs to Dad dy, Da da, da da da, da da da (C)ad!

So I want to warn (G7)you, (C)lad die,

though I know you’re per fect ly (F)swell,

that my (Fm)heart be longs to (C)Dad dy

’cause my (Fm6)Dad dy, he (G7)treats it so (Cm)well.

While (Cm)tear ing off a game of golf I may make a play for the (Fm6)cad dy;

but (G7)when I do I don’t fol low through ’cause my (Fm)heart (A7)be longs (G7)to (Cm)Dad dy.

(G)If (Cm)I in vite a boy some night to dine on my fine fin nan (Fm6)had die,

I (G7)just a dore his ask ing for more, but my (Fm)heart (A7)be longs (G7)to (Cm)Dad dy.

Yes, my heart be longs to Dad dy,

so I sim ply could n’t be (G7)bad.

Yes, my heart be longs to Dad dy, Da da, da da da, da da da (C)ad!

So I want to warn (G7)you, (C)lad die,

though I know you’re per fect ly (F)swell,

that my (Fm)heart be longs to (C)Dad dy

’cause my (Fm6)Dad dy, he (G7)treats it so (Cm)well.

While (Cm)well.

My Heart Belongs To Daddy by Ella Fitzgerald — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “My Heart Belongs To Daddy” by Ella Fitzgerald 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 112 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 "My Heart Belongs To Daddy" 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 "My Heart Belongs To Daddy"?
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 "My Heart Belongs To Daddy" use?
Just 17 chords: A7, Ab, Ab7, Bb7, C, C7, Cdim, Cm, +9 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Ella Fitzgerald songs work for kids?
Try "UNDER A BLANKET OF BLUE", "I CAN'T GIVE YOU ANYTHING BUT LOVE", "Midnight Sun". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.