Alone

by Heart
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Lyrics

I hear the (C)tick ing of the (D)clock;

I’m (D)ly ing here, the (Em)room’s pitch dark.

I won der (C)where you are to (D)night,

no (D)an swer on your (Em)tel e phone.

night.

And the (C)night goes by so (G)ver y slow,

oh, I (C)hope that it won’t (G)end un though,

(D)a (G)lone.

’Til (F)now

I (C)al ways got (G)by on my own,

(F)I nev er real ly (C)cared un til (G)I met you.

And now it (C)chills me to (G)the bone.

(C)How do I (F)get you a lone?

(C)How do I (F)get you a lone?

You don’t know (C)how long I have (D)want

ed (D)touch your lips and (Em)hold you tight.

You don’t know (C)how long I have (D)wait

ed (D)I was gon na (Em)tell you to night.

But the (C)se cret by is (G)still my own,

and my (C)love for you is (G)still un known,

(D)a (G)lone.

’Til (F)now

I (C)al ways got (G)by on my own,

(F)I nev er real ly (C)cared un til (G)I met you.

And now it (C)chills me to (G)the bone.

(C)How do I (F)get you a lone?

(C)How do I (F)get you a lone?

(C)How do I (F)get you a lone,

a (C)lone,

a (C)lone?

Alone — Simple Sheet Music

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"Alone" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of G, 120 BPM.

Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.

About “Alone”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Alone"?
Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
What key is "Alone" by Heart played in?
Alone is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Alone"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Alone" easy to play on piano?
This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
Can I download sheet music for "Alone"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Alone"?
"Alone" was originally performed by Heart. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Heart can I play here?
Try "CRAZY ON YOU", "MAGIC MAN", "BARRACUDA". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Alone". Key of G, 120 BPM.
What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.