Shape Of My Heart

· by Backstreet Boys

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Mm,

mm,

yeah, yeah.

(D)Ba by,

is (Dsus)please ti (D)try to for (A)give li me.

is trag i cal.

So (Dsus)Stay (D)here, don’t put (Dsus)out (D)the glow.

oh, no.

(Dsus)Hold me (D)now, don’t both er

if ev ’ry (D)min ute (A)makes me weak er, (G)you can (G)save (Bm)me from the (Dsus)man that (D)I’ve be come.

Oh, yeah.

Look ing (D)back on the things I’ve done,

(D)I was (Asus)try ing to be some one.

I played my part

and kept you in the (E)dark.

Now let me (A)show (G)you the (D)shape (A)of my heart.

(D)Sad ness

is (Dsus)beau ti (D)ful.

to for (A)Lone li ness is trag i cal.

So (Dsus)help (D)me, I can’t (Dsus)win (D)this war,

oh, no.

(Dsus)Touch me (D)now, don’t both er

if ev ’ry (D)sec ond (A)makes me weak er, (G)you can (G)save (Bm)me from the (Dsus)man that (D)I’ve be come.

Oh, yeah.

Look ing (D)back on the things I’ve done,

(D)I was (Asus)try ing to be some one.

I played my part

and kept you in the (E)dark.

Now let me (A)show (G)you the (D)shape (A)of my heart.

(F#7sus)shape (F#7)of my heart.

I’m (A)here with (D)my con fes sion,

got (A)noth ing to hide no more.

(D)I don’t (Em)know where to (F#7sus)start

but to (G)show you the (F#7)shape of (A)my heart.

I’m look ing back on things I’ve done.

I (B)nev er want to (G#m)play the same old part

or (C#m)keep you in the dark.

Now let me show you the shape Look of ing my (E)heart.

on the things I’ve done,

(E)I was (Bsus)try ing to be some one.

I played my part

and (C#m)kept you in the (F#)dark.

Now let me (B)show (A)you the (B)shape of Look my heart.

(E)back on the things I’ve done,

(E)I was (Bsus)try ing to be some one.

I played my part

and (C#m)kept you in the (F#)dark.

Now let me (B)show (A)you the (B)shape of Look ing heart.

(B)show (A)you the (E)shape (B)of,

(B)show (A)you the (E)shape of my heart.

Shape Of My Heart by Backstreet Boys — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Shape Of My Heart” by Backstreet Boys 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 96 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 "Shape 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 "Shape 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 "Shape Of My Heart" use?: Just 16 chords: A, Asus4, B, Bm, Bsus4, C#m, D, Dsus4, +8 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Backstreet Boys songs work for kids?: Try "DROWNING", "NEVER GONE", "I WANT IT THAT WAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.