Straight From The Heart

· by Bryan Adams

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Lyrics

I could start dream ing but it nev er ends.

As long as you’re gone we may as well pre tend.

I’ve been (Bb)dream ing

(C)straight (G)from the heart.

You say it’s eas y, street but some who’s to say

that we’d be a ble to keep it this way?

But it’s (Bb)eas i er

(F)com in’ (C)straight (G)from the heart.

Oh, give it to me (F)straight

(G)from the heart.

Tell me we can (F)make an (G)oth er start.

You know I’ll (G)nev er go

as (Cmaj7)long as I know it’s com in’ (C)straight (G)from the heart.

I’ll see you on the street but some oth er time,

and all our words would just fall out of line while we’re (Bb)dream i ing

(F)com in’ (C)straight (G)from the heart.

Oh, give it to me (F)straight

(G)from the heart.

Tell me we can (F)make an (G)one more start.

You know I’ll (G)nev er go

as (Cmaj7)long as I know it’s com in’ (C)straight (G)from the heart.

it’s com in’ (C)straight (G)from the heart.

Oh.

Don’t ev er leave me, dar lin’.

Oh, (C)whoa, whoa.

Straight (G)from the heart.

Tell me we can (F)make

(G)one more start.

You know I’ll (G)nev er go

as (Cmaj7)long as I know.

(C)Give it to me (G)now,

straight (G)from the heart.

Tell me we can (F)make

(G)one more start.

You know I’ll (G)nev er go

as (Cmaj7)long as I know it’s com in’ (C)straight (G)from the (CN.C.)heart.

(F)Give it to me!

Oh no.

oh no.

Straight (G)from the heart.

You know I’ll (G)nev er go

as (Cmaj7)long as I know it’s com in’ (C)straight (G)from the heart.

Straight From The Heart by Bryan Adams — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Straight From The Heart” by Bryan Adams 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 90 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 "Straight From The 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 "Straight From The 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 "Straight From The Heart" use?: Just 10 chords: Am, Bb, C, Cmaj7, Cpow, Dm7, Em7, F, +2 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other Bryan Adams songs work for kids?: Try "PLEASE FORGIVE ME", "Here I Am", "CAN'T STOP THIS THING WE STARTED". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.