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 — Falling Notes Piano Tutorial

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Watch "Head Over Heels" by Tears for Fears in falling notes style — like Synthesia. Color-coded notes fall onto the keyboard in real time. Practice left hand, right hand, or both. Key of Bb, 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 “Head Over Heels

Can I learn "Head Over Heels" with falling notes like Synthesia?
Yes — Falling Notes mode shows colored note shapes dropping onto a virtual keyboard, the same visual style as Synthesia or piano-tile games. Each note's column matches the piano key you press. Works for "Head Over Heels" with hands-separate practice in Bb at 126 BPM.
What key is "Head Over Heels" by Tears for Fears played in?
Head Over Heels is arranged in the key of Bb 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 — 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.
Can I practice left and right hand separately for "Head Over Heels"?
Yes! Our Top Down mode lets you isolate the left hand (bass clef), right hand (treble clef), or play both together. This makes it easy to master "Head Over Heels" one hand at a time before combining them.
What is falling notes style for "Head Over Heels"?
Falling notes (also known as Synthesia or piano waterfall) shows color-coded rectangles falling from the top of the screen onto a virtual keyboard. Each note's position matches the piano key you need to press. "Head Over Heels" is in the key of Bb at 126 BPM.

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