Head Over Heels

by Tears for Fears
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Lyrics

(CN.C.)I have a (A7)ver y good friend,

the kind of girl who likes to (Dm)fol low a trend.

She has a (A7)per son al style

some peo ple like it, oth ers (Dm)tend to go wild!

You hear her (C7)voice ev ’ry where (A7)tak ing the chair, (Dm)she’s a (Dm)lead ing (Bb)la dy, and (Dm)with no trace of hes i ta tion she keeps go ing.

Head ov er heels, break ing her way, push ing through un (C)known (Am7)jun gles (A7)ev ’ry day.

She’s a girl

with a taste

for the world!

Head ov er heels, set ting the pace, run ning the gaunt let (Am7)in a (A7)whirl of lace.

She’s ex treme,

if you know

what I mean.

Head Over Heels β€” Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "Head Over Heels" by Tears for Fears: lyrics on screen with the chords above each line and a bouncing ball that lands on every word in time. Sing along, or play along on guitar or piano from the chord chart. Change the key to fit your voice, slow the tempo down. Key of F, 126 BPM.

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

About β€œHead Over Heels”

What key is "Head Over Heels" by Tears for Fears played in?
Head Over Heels is arranged in the key of F on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Head Over Heels"?
The arrangement plays at 126 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Head Over Heels" 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 "Head Over Heels"?
Yes β€” registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Head Over Heels"?
"Head Over Heels" was originally performed by Tears for Fears. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Head Over Heels"?
This arrangement uses 8 chords: A, A7, Am7, Asus4, Bb, C, C7, Dm.
What other songs by Tears for Fears can I play here?
Try "Shout", "Everybody Wants To Rule The World". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is there a karaoke version of "Head Over Heels" with lyrics?
Yes β€” this is a free karaoke slide for "Head Over Heels" by Tears for Fears. The lyrics appear on screen a line at a time and each word lights up exactly when it's sung, with a bouncing ball leading you word to word. A backing plays underneath so you can just sing.
Does it show chords so I can play along on guitar or piano?
It does β€” a chord symbol sits on a thin row just above the lyric it changes on, so the same screen doubles as a lyrics-and-chords chart. Guitarists can strum the changes and pianists can comp while singing; the chords are colour-coded and move with the live transpose if you change key.
Can I change the key of "Head Over Heels" to match my voice or capo?
Yes. The original is in F, but the live transpose control shifts the whole song up or down semitones until the melody sits in your range (or maps to an easier guitar shape / capo position) β€” the on-screen chords and the backing move with it.
Can I slow "Head Over Heels" down to learn the words and chords?
Yes β€” the tempo control lets you take it as slow as you need while the lyrics still light up in time and the ball keeps you on the beat. Speed it back up once you can sing and play it through.