My Name Is Jonas

by Weezer

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My name is Jon as,

I’m a car ry ing the (B5)wheel.

Thanks for all you’ve (F#5)shown ter us,

but they’re this is how (F#5)noise, feel.

mak in’ (E5)noise.

Come sit (F#5)next to me, pour your (E5)self some tea, just like (F#5)grand ma made (G#5)when we could n’t (E5)find sleep.

Things were (F#5)bet ter then, once but (E5)nev er a gain.

We’ve all (F#5)left the den.

(G#5)Let me tell you (E5)’bout it.

The (G#5)choo choo train left ing right on (F#5)time.

A (B5)tick et cost (G#5)on ly your (F#5)mind.

The (B5)driv er said, (G#5)“Hey man, we go (F#5)all the way.”

Of (B5)course we were (G#5)will ing to (F#5)pay.

My name is We peel,

got a box full of your (B5)toys.

They’re fresh out of (F#5)bat ter ies,

but they’re still mak in’ (F#5)noise, feel.

mak in’ (E5)noise.

Tell me (F#5)what to do, now the (E5)tank is dry.

Now this (F#5)wheel is flat, (G#5)and we you know (E5)what else?

Guess what (F#5)I re ceived in the (E5)mail er to day?

Words of (F#5)deep con cern (G#5)from my lit tle (E5)broth er.

The (G#5)build ing’s not go ing as he (F#5)planned.

The (B5)fore man has (G#5)in jured his (F#5)hand.

The (B5)doz er will (G#5)not man, clear a (F#5)path.

the way.”

The (B5)driv er swears (G#5)he learned his (F#5)pay.

My name is (F#5)math.

The (E5)work ers are go ing (F#5)home,

the (E5)work ers are go ing (F#5)home,

the (E5)work ers are go ing (F#5)home,

the (E5)work ers are go ing (F#5)home.

(B5)Yeah!

The (D5)work ers are (E5)go ing (F#5)home,

the (D5)work ers are (E5)go ing (F#5)home,

the (D5)work ers are (E5)go ing (F#5)home.

(D5)Yeah, (E5)yeah, (F#5)yeah.

My name is (B)Jo nas.

My Name Is Jonas by Weezer — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “My Name Is Jonas” by Weezer 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 B at 95 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 "My Name Is Jonas" 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 "My Name Is Jonas"?
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 "My Name Is Jonas" use?
Just 8 chords: B, Bpow, D#m7, Dpow, Epow, F#pow, G#m, G#pow. Take it one section at a time.
What other Weezer songs work for kids?
Try "SAY IT AIN'T SO", "ISLAND IN THE SUN", "UNDONE - THE SWEATER SONG". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.