Neon

by John Mayer

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Lyrics

When sky blue gets dark e nough

to see the col ors of the cit y lights,

a trail of (Eb)ru by red and (Fm7)dia mond white

(Cm7)hits her like a (Eb)sun rise.

(Bb)She comes and goes and (G)comes and goes like no one can.

To (Cm7)night she’s out to lose her self

and (Cm7)find a high on Peach tree Street.

From mixed drinks to tech no beats it’s al ways

(Cm7)heav y in to (Eb)ev ’ry thing.

(Bb)She comes and goes and (G)comes and goes like no one can.

She comes and goes and no one knows she’s slip ping (G)through my hands.

She’s al ways buzz ing just like ne (G)on, ne (Cm7)on.

Ne (G)on, ne (Cm7)on.

Who (G)knows how (Cm7)long, how long, how long

she can go be fore she burns a way?

(Cm7)I can’t be her (Eb)an gel now.

You know it’s not my place to (Eb)hold her down.

And it’s (Cm7)hard for me to (Eb)take a stand

when I would (Cm7)take her an y (Eb)way I can.

(Bb)She comes

and she (G)goes

like no one can.

She comes

and she (G)goes;

she’s slip ping (G)through my hands.

She’s al ways (Bbsus2)buzz ing just like go be fore she burns a way,

a (Abm7)way.

She comes

and she goes

like no one can.

She comes

and she goes;

she’s slip ping (G)through my hands.

She’s al ways (Bbsus2)buzz ing just like ne (G)on, ne (Cm7)on.

Ne (G)on, ne (Cm7)on.

Who (G)knows how (Cm7)long, how long, how long

she can go be fore she burns a way?

Neon by John Mayer — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Neon 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 Ab 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 "Neon" 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 "Neon"?
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 "Neon" use?
Just 17 chords: Ab, Ab6, Abm7, Abmaj7, Bb, Bbm7, Bbsus2, C6, +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.