Perfect

by Ed Sheeran

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Lyrics

I found a love

for (Em)me.

Dar ling, just (C)dive right in,

fol low my (D)lead.

Well, I found a (G)girl,

beau ti (Em)ful and sweet.

Well, I nev er (C)knew you were the some one wait ing for (D)me.

’Cause we were just kids when we (G)fell in love, not know ing (Em)what it was.

I will not (C)give you up this (G)time.

Dar ling, just (G)kiss me slow, Be your heart is (Em)all I own.

And in your (C)eyes, you’re hold ing (Dsus)mine.

(D)Ba by, (Em)I’m

(C)danc ing in the (G)dark

with (D)you be tween my (Em)arms.

(C)Bare foot on the (G)grass,

(D)lis ten ing to our (Em)fa v’rite song.

When you (C)said you looked a (G)mess, I whis pered (D)un der neath my (Em)breath.

But you (C)heard it, dar ling, (G)you look (D)per fect to night.

Well, I found a (G)wom an,

strong er than (Em)an y one I know.

She shares my (C)dreams, I hope that some day I’ll share her (D)home.

I found a (G)love

to car ry (Em)more than just my se crets, to car ry (C)love, to car y chil dren of our (D)own.

We are still kids, but we’re

(D)Ba by, (Em)I’m

(C)danc ing in the (G)dark

with (D)you be tween my (Em)arms.

(C)Bare foot on the (G)grass,

(D)lis ten ing to our (Em)fa v’rite song.

I have (C)faith in what I (G)see, now I know (D)I have met an (Em)an gel in (C)per son and (G)she looks (D)per fect.

I (C)don’t de serve this, (D)you look per fect to night.

Perfect by Ed Sheeran — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Perfect by Ed Sheeran 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 G at 90 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is "Perfect" 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 "Perfect"?
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.