Flashdance...what A Feeling

by Irene Cara
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Lyrics

(C)First,

when there’s (G)noth ing

but a (Dm)slow

glow ing (Am)dream

that your (F)fear

seems to (C)hide

deep in (Bb)side

your (G)mind,

all a (C)lone

I have (G)cried

si lent (Dm)tears

full of (Am)pride

in a (F)world

made of (C)steel,

made of (Bb)stone.

Well, (C)I

hear the (G)mu sic, close my (Dm)eyes,

feel the (Am)rhy thm

wrap a (F)round,

take a (C)hold

of my (Bb)heart.

What a (Am)feel ing.

Be ing’s (Am)be liev in’

I can (C)have it (Dm)all, now I’m (C)danc in’ (F)for my (F)life.

Take your (Am)pas sion

and (G)make it (Am)hap pen.

(G)Pic tures (C)come a (Dm)live, you can (C)dance right (F)through your (F)life.

What a (Am)feel ing.

What a (Am)feel ing.

What a (Am)feel ing.

Flashdance...what A Feeling β€” Simple Sheet Music

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"Flashdance...what A Feeling" in simplified sheet music format β€” the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of C, 88 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About β€œFlashdance...what A Feeling”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Flashdance...what A Feeling"?
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 β€” same song, less visual density.
What key is "Flashdance...what A Feeling" by Irene Cara played in?
Flashdance...what A Feeling is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Flashdance...what A Feeling"?
The arrangement plays at 88 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Flashdance...what A Feeling" easy to play on piano?
Yes β€” this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Flashdance...what A Feeling"?
Yes β€” registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Flashdance...what A Feeling"?
"Flashdance...what A Feeling" was originally performed by Irene Cara. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Irene Cara can I play here?
Try "FLASHDANCE...WHAT A FEELING", "Fame", "FAME". 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 β€” helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Flashdance...what A Feeling". Key of C, 88 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 β€” 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.