Only Love Can Break Your Heart

by Neil Young

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Lyrics

When you were (D)young and (G)on your (A)own,

how did it (D)feel to (G)be a (A)lone?

(D)I was al ways think ing of (G)games that I was play ing, (D)try ing to make the best of my (G)time.

(A)But on ly (Gmaj7)love can break your (F#m7)heart,

try to be (Em7)sure right (Gmaj7)from the (A)start.

Yes, on ly (Gmaj7)love can break your (F#m7)heart.

What if your (Em7)world should (Gmaj7)fall a (A)part?

I have a (D)friend I’ve (G)nev er (A)seen,

he hides his (D)head in (G)side a (A)dream.

(D)Some one al should call him and (G)see if he can come out, (D)try ing to lose the down that he’s (G)found.

(A)But on ly (Gmaj7)love can break your (F#m7)heart,

try to be (Em7)sure right (Gmaj7)from the (A)start.

Yes, on ly (Gmaj7)love can break your (F#m7)heart.

What if your (Em7)world should (Gmaj7)fall a (A)part?

(A)I have a (D)friend I’ve (G)nev er (A)seen.

He hides his (D)head in (G)side a (A)dream.

Yes, on ly (D)love can (G)break your (A)heart.

Yes, on ly (D)love can (G)break your (A)heart.

Only Love Can Break Your Heart by Neil Young — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Only Love Can Break Your Heart” by Neil Young 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 D at 135 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

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 "Only Love Can Break Your Heart" 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 "Only Love Can Break Your Heart"?
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.
What other Neil Young songs work for kids?
Try "OLD MAN", "DOWN BY THE RIVER", "OUT ON THE WEEKEND". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.