Bigger Than My Body

by John Mayer

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Lyrics

This is a call Why to the col (E)or blind.

(Esus4)This is an I O U.

I’m strand ed Shed be this hind skin the I’ve ho been ri (E)trip ping in,

tied up in some thing true.

Yes, I’m ground ed, got my wings clipped.

I’m sur round ed by all this pave ment.

Guess I’ll cir cle while I’m wait ing (Am7)for my fuse to dry.

Some day I’ll fly,

some day I’ll soar.

Some day I’ll be

so damn much more,

’cause I’m (C#m)big ger than my bod y gives me cred (Asus2)it for.

This is a call Why is it not (E)the time?

(Esus4)What is there more to learn?

I’m strand ed Shed be this hind skin the I’ve ho been ri (E)trip ping in,

nev er to quite re turn.

Yes, I’m ground ed, got my wings clipped.

I’m sur round ed by all this pave ment.

Guess I’ll cir cle while I’m wait ing (Am7)for my fuse to dry.

Some day I’ll fly,

some day I’ll soar.

Some day I’ll be

so damn much more,

’cause I’m (C#m)big ger than my bod y gives me cred (Asus2)it for.

’Cause I’m (C#m)big ger than my bod

y now.

(Fmaj7)May (G)be I’ll (C)tan gle in the pow er lines.

And it might (G)be

(C)o ver in a sec ond’s time.

But I’ll glad ly go (C)down in a flame if a flame’s what it takes to re mem (F#m)ber my name, to re mem ber my name, yeah.

(For my fuse to dry.) Wait for my fuse to dry.

Some day I’ll fly,

some day I’ll soar.

Some day I’ll be

so damn much more,

’cause I’m (C#m)big ger than my bod

y.

I’m (Amaj7)big ger than my bod

y.

I’m (B7sus4)big ger than my bod y now.

(B7sus4)Oh,

ooh,

(E)oh.

(B7sus4)Oh,

ooh,

(E)ooh.

(B7sus4)Oh,

ooh,

(E)oh.

(B7sus4)Oh,

ooh,

(E)ooh.

Bigger Than My Body by John Mayer — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Bigger Than My Body” 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 E at 100 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 "Bigger Than My Body" 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 "Bigger Than My Body"?
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 "Bigger Than My Body" use?
Just 19 chords: A, Am7, Am9, Amaj7, Amaj9, Asus2, Asus4, B7, +11 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.