Rose Of My Heart

by Johnny Cash
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Lyrics

(C)We’re the best part ners this (F)world’s ev er (C)seen; to (G)geth er we’re close as can (C)be.

But some times it’s hard to find (F)time in be tween to (C)tell you what you mean to (G)me.

(C)You are the rose of my heart,

(G)you are the love of my (C)life.

A flow er not fad ed nor (F)fall ing a part, if you’re (C)tired, rest your head on my (G)heart, rose of my (C)heart.

When (C)sor row or holds you in (F)its arms of (C)clay, it’s (G)rain drops that fall from your (C)eyes.

Your smile is the sun come to (F)earth for a day; you (C)bright en my black est of (G)skies.

(C)You are the rose of my heart,

(G)you are the love of my (C)life.

A flow er not fad ed nor (F)fall ing a part, if you’re (C)cool, let my love make you (G)warm, rose of my (C)heart.

So, (C)heart.

(C)heart.

Rose Of My Heart — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "Rose Of My Heart" by Johnny Cash: 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 C, 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 “Rose Of My Heart”

What key is "Rose Of My Heart" by Johnny Cash played in?
Rose Of My Heart is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Rose Of My Heart"?
The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Rose Of My Heart" 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 "Rose Of My Heart"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Rose Of My Heart"?
"Rose Of My Heart" was originally performed by Johnny Cash. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Rose Of My Heart"?
This arrangement uses 4 chords: C, F, G, G7. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
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.
Is there a karaoke version of "Rose Of My Heart" with lyrics?
Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Rose Of My Heart" by Johnny Cash. 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 — 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 "Rose Of My Heart" to match my voice or capo?
Yes. The original is in C, 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) — the on-screen chords and the backing move with it.
Can I slow "Rose Of My Heart" down to learn the words and chords?
Yes — 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.