Emoji Of A Wave

by John Mayer

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Lyrics

Oh, (C)hon ey,

you don’t have to try so hard

to hurt

me.

And Don’t (C)wor ry,

I’ve been think ing ’bout you too.

What do (G)we

do?

Your (Bb)heart is where my head should be, the dis so nance is kill ing me.

It breaks my heart.

It breaks my heart,

heart.

Oh, hon ey,

oh, hon ey,

it’s just a wave,

it’s just a (Fm)wave.

(Fm)And I know

that when it comes,

I just hold (Dm)on,

I just hold (Dm)on.

Oh, (C)hon ey,

I’ve been talk ing to my self

just to

you.

And you’re (C)say ing

ev ’ry thing I wish you would

and it’s (G)so

good.

It’s (Bb)rain ing on the mis sion bell, they’re drain ing out the wish ing well.

It breaks my heart.

It breaks my heart,

heart.

Oh, hon ey,

oh, hon ey,

it’s just a wave,

it’s just a (Fm)wave.

(Fm)And I know

that when it comes,

I just hold (Dm)on,

I just hold (Dm)on.

(Dm)on.

I (Bb)rose on you like morn ing light, in shut tered dream we’ll sleep at night.

It breaks my heart.

It takes (Bb)all the love I have to say, I know we’re gon na be o kay.

It breaks my heart.

It breaks my heart,

heart.

(Dm)on.

Emoji Of A Wave by John Mayer — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Emoji Of A Wave 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 C at 74 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

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 "Emoji Of A Wave" 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 "Emoji Of A Wave"?
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 "Emoji Of A Wave" use?
Just 15 chords: Am7, Bb, Bbmaj7, C, Dm, Dm7, Em, F, +7 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.