Heartburn

by Alicia Keys
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Lyrics

(Uh, oh, oh.)

(Uh, oh, oh.)

(Uh, oh, oh.) Come on.

(Uh, oh, oh.) Tem po.

(Uh, oh, oh.) A.

Keys, (Uh, oh, oh.) let’s go.

(Uh, oh, oh.) Let me.

(Uh, oh, oh.) Let me, let me, let me, let me (F#m7)tell you some thin’ (tell you how I feel):

when he comes a round,

I get to feel in’ ill.

It’s a ach ey feel in’ in side my chest.

It’s like I’m go in’ in

to car di ac ar rest.

(A (F#m7)dren a line rush in’ in my bod y.) On my pow er I just can’t fight it.

(Does n’t mat ter how I keep on try in.’) I can’t de ny, I’ve got this (F#m7)(Heart burn.)

Burn in’ in my soul.

burn.)

Call the fire de part (Heart ment.

burn.)

It’s out of con (Heart burn.)

You got me (F#m7)trip pin’, slip pin’, get tin’ be side my self.

I tried some med i ca tion, but don’t noth in’ help.

So I said, “Doc tor, doc tor, tell me, will I die?" And he said, “Count to five, A li cia,” and I’m gon’ be all right.

Let’s go.

One, Two, Three, Four.

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(F#m7)Taste so good, I can’t re sist.

(Whoa, whoa.) (Bm7)Get tin’ hard er to di gest.

(Whoa, whoa.) (Can’t (F#m7)take no more.) Got ta shake it off.

(Whoa.) Now break it down and take it to the ground with me now.

Ev ’ry bod y say, (F#m7)oh.

Oh.

(Uh, oh, oh.) Oh.

(Uh, oh, oh.) Whoa.

(Uh, oh, oh.) Uh, oh, oh, (Uh, oh, oh.) Uh, oh, oh.

(Uh, oh, oh.) Oh.

(Uh, oh, oh.) Oh.

(Uh, oh, oh.) Don’t you know, I’ve got this (F#m7)(Heart burn.)

Burn in’ in my soul.

burn.)

Call the fire de part (Heart ment.

burn.)

It’s out of con (Heart burn.)

(F#m7)(Heart burn.)

Burn in’ in my soul.

burn.)

Call the fire de part (Heart ment.

burn.)

It’s out of con (Heart burn.)

(Shake it, shake it, shake it off.) Go ’head, girl.

(Shake it, shake it, shake it off.) Ooh.

(Shake it, shake it, shake it off.) Go ’head, girl.

(Shake it, shake it, shake it off.) Ooh.

Go ’head, girl.

Ooh.

Heartburn — Simple Sheet Music

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"Heartburn" 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 F#, 120 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Heartburn”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Heartburn"?
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 "Heartburn" by Alicia Keys played in?
Heartburn 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 "Heartburn"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Heartburn" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "Heartburn"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Heartburn"?
"Heartburn" was originally performed by Alicia Keys. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Heartburn"?
This arrangement uses 3 chords: Bm7, C, F#m7. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
What other songs by Alicia Keys can I play here?
Try "AS I AM", "DE NOVO ADAGIO (INTRO)", "TEARS ALWAYS WIN". 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 "Heartburn". Key of F#, 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.