3x5

by John Mayer

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Lyrics

(Cm7)I’m

writ ing (Eb7)you to (Ab)catch you up on plac es I’ve been.

And you

how held this (Eb7)let ter, (Ab)prob ’bly got ex cit ed, but there’s noth ing else in side it.

Did n’t have a (Ab)cam (Eb)’ra (Bb)by (Ab)my side this time,

hop ing I would see (Eb)the world through both my eyes.

May be I will tell (Eb)you (Bb)all (Ab)a (Db69)bout it when I’m (Cm)in the mood to (Bb)lose

my

way

with words.

To (Cm7)day

skies are (Eb7)paint ed (Ab)col ors of a cow boy’s cli ché.

And strange

how clouds that (Eb7)look like (Ab)moun tains in the sky are next to moun tains an y way.

it.

Did n’t have a (Ab)day (Eb)I (Bb)fi (Ab)n’lly o ver came

try’n to fit the see (Eb)in side a pic ture frame.

May be I will tell (Eb)you (Bb)all (Ab)a (Db69)bout it when I’m (Cm)in the mood to (Bb)lose

my

way

with words.

To (Dbsus2)lose my way, but (Bb7)let me say you (Eb)should

have

(Eb13)seen

that

sun rise

with your own eyes.

It (Eb)brought

me

(Eb13)back

to life.

(Eb)You’ll

be

(Eb13)with

me

next time

I go out side.

(Eb)No

more

three

by five’s.

I (Cm9)guess

(Cm9)you

(Cm9)had

to

(Cm9)be

there.

I (Cm9)guess

(Cm9)you

(Cm9)had

to

(Cm9)be

there.

I with me.

Oh, to

Just (Eb)no

more

(Eb13)three

by five’s.

3x5 by John Mayer — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “3x5 by John Mayer in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of F at 140 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "3x5" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "3x5"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "3x5" use?
Just 17 chords: Ab, Bb, Bb7, Cm, Cm6, Cm7, Cm9, CmMaj7, +9 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other John Mayer songs work for kids?
Try "Something's Missing", "Clarity", "Friends, Lovers or Nothing". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.