Keep Me In Your Heart

by Warren Zevon
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(G)Shad ows are fall ing and I’m (C)run ning out of breath;

(C)keep me in your heart for a while.

If I (G)leave you, it (Gmaj7)does n’t mean I (C)love you an y less;

(C)keep me in your heart for a while.

When you (G)get up in the morn ing and you (C)see that cra zy sun,

(C)keep me in your heart for a while.

There’s a (G)train leav ing (Gmaj7)night ly called “When all is said and done;”

(C)keep me in your heart for a while.

(G)Sha la la la la la li li li li (G)lo;

(C)keep me in your heart for a while.

(G)Sha la la la la (C)li li li li (G)lo;

(C)keep me in your heart for a while.

(G)Some times when your do ing sim ple things a round the house,

(C)may be you’ll think of me and smile.

You know I’m (G)tied to you like the (C)but tons on your blouse;

(C)keep me in your heart for a while.

(C)Hold me in your thoughts,

(G)take me to your dreams,

(Am)touch me as I fall in to view.

And (C)when the win ter comes,

(G)keep the fi res lit,

and (Am)I will be right next to (D7)you.

(C)Keep me in your heart for a while.

Keep Me In Your Heart — Simple Sheet Music

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"Keep Me In Your Heart" 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 G, 88 BPM.

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

About “Keep Me In Your Heart

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Keep Me In Your Heart"?
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 "Keep Me In Your Heart" by Warren Zevon played in?
Keep Me In Your Heart is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Keep Me In Your Heart"?
The arrangement plays at 88 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Keep Me In Your Heart" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Keep Me In Your Heart"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Keep Me In Your Heart"?
"Keep Me In Your Heart" was originally performed by Warren Zevon. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Keep Me In Your Heart"?
This arrangement uses 5 chords: Am, C, D7, G, Gmaj7.
What other songs by Warren Zevon can I play here?
Try "WEREWOLVES OF LONDON", "Werewolves Of London". 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 "Keep Me In Your Heart". Key of G, 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 — 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.

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