Hurt

by Johnny Cash
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Lyrics

I (F)hurt my (G)self to (Dm)day

to (F)see if (G)I still (Dm)feel.

I (F)fo cused (G)on the (Dm)pain,

the (F)on ly (G)thing that’s (Dm)real.

The (F)nee dle (G)tears a (Dm)hole,

the (F)old fam il iar (Dm)sting.

Try to (F)kill it (Gm)all a (Dm)way

but I re (F)mem ber (Gm)ev ’ry (C)thing.

(Dm7)What have I be come

my sweet est (C)friend?

(Dm7)Ev ’ry one I know

goes a way

in the end.

And (Dm7)you could have it all,

(C)my em pire of dirt.

(Dm7)I will let you down,

(C)I will make you (Dm)hurt.

Hurt β€” Piano Lead Sheet

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"Hurt" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of Bb, 90 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€œHurt”

Where are the chord symbols for "Hurt" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Hurt" is in Bb.
What key is "Hurt" by Johnny Cash played in?
Hurt 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 "Hurt"?
The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Hurt" 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 "Hurt"?
Yes β€” registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Hurt"?
"Hurt" was originally performed by Johnny Cash. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Hurt"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: Bb, C, Dm, Dm7, F, G, Gm.
What other songs by Johnny Cash can I play here?
Try "GOD'S GONNA CUT YOU DOWN", "IF YOU COULD READ MY MIND", "HELP ME". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Hurt" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Hurt" is in the key of Bb at 90 BPM.
What chords are in "Hurt"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of Bb, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.

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