Now playing

Heavy Heart

Chords

Listen

YouTubeYouTube SpotifySpotify AppleApple Music

Bminor

90BPM

Lyrics & ChordsClick chords to see diagrams

Note: you can play the verses as just D, G and A if you prefer
Dave plays the D/C# like a normal D shape with his pinky on the 4th fret on the A string
[Intro]
Bm A G D D/C#
Bm A G D
[Verse 1]
DGet dolled up for the reunion
GYou'll be one of the Dgirls who has D/C#aged like Awine
DYou'll fret and fuss to get ready
GBut you need to kDnow that the D/C#years have been Akind
DThe nagging voice in the darkness
GIt's like your so-called Dfriend that has D/C#stayed too Along
DDon't let it whisper too loudly
GIt threatens your Dnerve, it smD/C#others your Asong
[Chorus]
Bm A G
GDon't let your Dheavy heart D/C#drag you downBm  A  G  
DDrag you down
[Verse 2]
DThe deafening din of the static
GIt's like all that they Dbuilt has been D/C#falling Aapart
DIt creeps in like an informant
GIt gnaws at your Dtime and it wD/C#eighs on your heAart
DThe loneliness in the kitchen
GI know her ghosts come 'Dround 'cause D/C#they haunt me Atoo
DDon't second-guess your potential
G'Cause there's a heart oDf gold that sD/C#he left there Ain you
[Chorus]
Bm A G
GDon't let your Dheavy heart D/C#drag you downBm  A  G  
DDrag you down
Bm A G
GDon't let your Dheavy heart D/C#drag you downBm  A  G  
DDrag you down
[Bridge]
GI know these G/F#last few years have Emmade you feel so Atired
GWhen disenG/F#chantment swells it gets so Emhard to Ahide
[Chorus]
Bm A G
GDon't let your Dheavy heart D/C#drag you downBm  A  G  
DDrag you down
Bm A G
GDon't let your Dheavy heart D/C#drag you downBm  A  G  
DDrag you down
Bm A G
GDon't let your Dheavy heart D/C#drag you downBm  A  G  
DDrag you down
Bm A G
GDon't let your Dheavy heart D/C#drag you downBm  A  G  
DDrag you down

All chords in this song (7)

🎸 Tips from players

Got a tip for playing this song — capo position, easier chords, strumming? Be the first to share one.

Chord Book

670,000+ free guitar chords · free-chords.com

Heavy Heart

by Dave Hause

Lyrics & chords · Original key

Chords in this song · guitar

D/C#

G/F#

Note: you can play the verses as just D, G and A if you prefer

Dave plays the D/C# like a normal D shape with his pinky on the 4th fret on the A string

[Intro]

Bm A G D D/C#

Bm A G D

[Verse 1]

Get dolled up for the reunion

G D D/C# A

You'll be one of the girls who has aged like wine

You'll fret and fuss to get ready

G D D/C# A

But you need to know that the years have been kind

The nagging voice in the darkness

G D D/C# A

It's like your so-called friend that has stayed too long

Don't let it whisper too loudly

G D D/C# A

It threatens your nerve, it smothers your song

[Chorus]

Bm A G

G D D/C# Bm A G

Don't let your heavy heart drag you down

Drag you down

[Verse 2]

The deafening din of the static

G D D/C# A

It's like all that they built has been falling apart

It creeps in like an informant

G D D/C# A

It gnaws at your time and it weighs on your heart

The loneliness in the kitchen

G D D/C# A

I know her ghosts come 'round 'cause they haunt me too

Don't second-guess your potential

G D D/C# A

'Cause there's a heart of gold that she left there in you

[Chorus]

Bm A G

G D D/C# Bm A G

Don't let your heavy heart drag you down

Drag you down

Bm A G

G D D/C# Bm A G

Don't let your heavy heart drag you down

Drag you down

[Bridge]

G G/F# Em A

I know these last few years have made you feel so tired

G G/F# Em A

When disenchantment swells it gets so hard to hide

[Chorus]

Bm A G

G D D/C# Bm A G

Don't let your heavy heart drag you down

Drag you down

Bm A G

G D D/C# Bm A G

Don't let your heavy heart drag you down

Drag you down

Bm A G

G D D/C# Bm A G

Don't let your heavy heart drag you down

Drag you down

Bm A G

G D D/C# Bm A G

Don't let your heavy heart drag you down

Drag you down

About Heavy Heart Chords by Dave Hause

Learn how to play Heavy Heart by Dave Hause with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Heavy Heart chords”, “Heavy Heart guitar chords”, or “Dave Hause Heavy Heart chords” and you will find this page — transpose to any key, tap chords for diagrams, and use auto-scroll while you play. Perfect for beginners looking for easy Heavy Heart chords and for experienced players who want accurate Heavy Heart lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include D, G, A, D/C, Bm, D/C#.

FAQ — Heavy Heart by Dave Hause

How do I play "Heavy Heart" by Dave Hause on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Heavy Heart" by Dave Hause on Free Chord Book. Tap any chord to see its diagram, use transpose to change the key, and turn on auto-scroll to play hands-free.

Are the chords for "Heavy Heart" by Dave Hause free?

Yes. The chords for "Heavy Heart" by Dave Hause are 100% free on Free Chord Book — no sign-up required.

Can I transpose "Heavy Heart" to a different key?

Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "Heavy Heart" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "Heavy Heart"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Heavy Heart" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Heavy Heart" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Heavy Heart" by Dave Hause with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Dave Hause below.

What key is "Heavy Heart" in?

The chords for "Heavy Heart" show the original chord names (including D, G, A, D/C, Bm, D/C#). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.