Mercy

· by Shawn Mendes

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Mercy

Shawn Mendes132 BPM

Lyrics

Mmm,

mmm,

mmm.

Mmm,

mmm,

mmm.

You’ve got a hold of me,

don’t e ven (D)know your pow er.

I stand a hun dred feet but I fall when (D)I’m a round you.

Show me an o pen door, then you go and (D)slam it on me.

I can’t take an y more.

I’m say in’ (D)ba by, please have (Am)mer cy on me.

Take it (Em)eas y on my (D)heart.

E ven though you don’t (Am)mean to hurt me,

you keep (Em)tear in’ me a (D)part.

Would you please have mer cy,

mer cy

on my heart?

Would you please have mer cy,

mer cy

on my heart?

I’d drive through the night

just to be (D)near you ba by.

Heart o pen, tes ti fy.

Tell me that (D)I’m not cra zy.

I’m not ask in’ for a lot,

just that you’re (D)hon est with me.

And my pride is all I got.

I’m say in’ (D)ba by, please have (Am)mer cy on me.

Take it (Em)eas y on my (D)heart.

E ven though you don’t (Am)mean to hurt me,

you keep (Em)tear in’ me a (D)part.

Would you please have (Am)mer cy on me?

I’m a (Em)pup pet on your (D)string.

And e ven though you got (Am)good in ten tions,

I need (Em)you to set me (D)free.

Would you please have mer cy,

mer cy

on my heart?

Would you please have mer cy,

mer cy

on my heart?

Con (C)sum in’ all the air (Em)in side my lungs.

(G)Rip pin’ all the skin (D)from off my bones.

(C)I’m pre pared to sac (Em)ri fice my life, I would (G)glad ly do it twice.

Con (C)sum in’ all the air (Em)in side my lungs.

(G)Rip pin’ all the skin (D)from off my bones.

(C)I’m pre pared to sac (Em)ri fice my life, I would (G)glad ly do it twice.

Con (G)glad ly do it twice.

Oh, please have (Em)you to set me (D)free.

I’m beg gin’ you for mer cy,

mer cy

on my heart.

I’m beg gin’ you for mer cy,

mer cy

on my heart.

Mmm,

mmm,

mmm.

Mercy by Shawn Mendes — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Mercy” by Shawn Mendes 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 138 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 "Mercy" 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 "Mercy"?: 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.
What other Shawn Mendes songs work for kids?: Try "I DON'T EVEN KNOW YOUR NAME", "LOST IN JAPAN", "FALLIN' ALL IN YOU". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.