Is "Piece Of My 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 "Piece Of My 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.

How many chords does "Piece Of My Heart" use?

Just 9 chords: A, B, Bb, C, C#m, D, E, F#m, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.

What other Melissa Etheridge songs work for kids?

Try "MERRY CHRISTMAS, BABY", "I WANT TO COME OVER", "I RUN FOR LIFE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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Piece Of My Heart

· by Melissa Etheridge

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Lyrics

Ooh come on, come on, come on, come on.

(E)Did n’t I make you feel

like (A)you were the (E)on ly one?

(A)Yeah, said (E)did n’t I give ya near ly (A)ev ’ry thing that a wom an (B)pos si bly can?

Oh, you know I did.

But each time I tell my self that I, I think I’ve had e nough, oh, I’m gon na show you, ba by, a (B)wom an can be tough.

I want you to come on, come on, come on, come on and (E)take it.

Take an (A)oth er lit tle piece of my heart now, ba by.

Ahh, (A)ahh, (E)break it.

Break an (A)oth er lit tle bit of my heart now, dar lin’, yeah, yeah, yeah, (A)yeah.

(E)Have a, have an (A)oth er lit tle piece of my heart now, ba by.

You know you’ve got it child if it (A)makes (G#m)you (F#m)feel (E)good.

Oh, yes, it does,

yeah.

You’re (E)out on the street look in’ (B)good, but, hon ey, (A)deep down in your heart, child, you know that (A)it ain’t right.

You nev er, nev (A)er, nev er, nev er, nev er (E)hear me when I (A)cry out (B)at night.

And, hon ey, I, I cry all the time.

But each time I tell my self that I, I can’t stand the pain,

you (D)take me in your arms

and I’m (B)sing in’ once a gain.

I want you to (A)makes (G#m)you (F#m)feel (E)good,

ahh.

Come on, come on, come on, come on and (E)take it.

Take an (A)oth er lit tle piece of my heart now, ba by.

Ahh, (A)ahh, (E)break it.

Break an (A)oth er lit tle bit of my heart now, dar lin’, yeah yeah.

(E)have a, have an (A)oth er lit tle piece of my heart now, ba by.

You know you’ve got it,

whaa.

(E)take it.

Take an (A)oth er lit tle piece of my heart now, ba by.

Ahh, (A)ahh, (E)break it.

Break an (A)oth er lit tle bit of my heart now, dar lin’, yeah ahh, (E)have a, have an (A)oth er lit tle piece of my heart now, ba by.

You know you’ve got it,

whaa.

You know you’ve got it, (CN.C.)child, if it (A)makes (G#m)you (F#m)feel (E)good.

Piece Of My Heart by Melissa Etheridge — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Piece Of My Heart” by Melissa Etheridge 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 E at 80 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 "Piece Of My 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 "Piece Of My 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.
How many chords does "Piece Of My Heart" use?: Just 9 chords: A, B, Bb, C, C#m, D, E, F#m, +1 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Melissa Etheridge songs work for kids?: Try "MERRY CHRISTMAS, BABY", "I WANT TO COME OVER", "I RUN FOR LIFE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.