Practically Perfect

· by Stiles & Drewe

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Lyrics

By the (Bbm7)time the wind has blown the weath er vane a round, I’ll (C7)show you

if I can.

No (Bbm7)mat ter what the cir cum stance, for one thing I’m re nowned: my (F)char ac ter is (Fm)spit spot spick and (C)span.

I’m prac ti cal ly (C7)per fect in ev ’ry (F)way.

Prac ti cal ly (C7)per fect,

so peo ple (Fsus)say.

Each vir tue vir tu ’lly knows no (Am7)bound.

Each trait is (G7)great and pat ent ly (Bb)sound.

I’m prac ti cal ly per fect

from head to (F)toe.

If I had a (G7)fault, it would (A7)nev er dare to (Dm7)show.

I’m so (F)prac ti (E)cal ly (Bb)per fect in (C7)ev e ry (F)way.

Both prim and (A)prop er and (Dm)nev er too stern.

Well ed u (A)cat ed, yet (Dm)will ing to learn.

I’m clean and (C7)hon est, my (F)man ner re fined,

and I wear (G7)shoes of the (C7)sen si ble kind.

I (E)suf fer no (Bb)non sense and (E)whilst I re (Bb)main,

there’s (Bb)noth ing else I (Gm7)feel I need ex plain.

I’m prac ti cal ly

I’m prac ti cal ly (D7)per fect,

and here’s my (G)aim:

by the time I (D7)leave here you both will be the (Em7)same.

You’ll be (G)prac ti (F#)cal ly (D7)per fect,

(G)prac ti (F#)cal ly (D7)per fect.

You will be (G)prac ti (Em7)cal ly (Am7)per fect in (D7)ev ’ry (G)way.

Practically Perfect by Stiles & Drewe — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Practically Perfect” by Stiles & Drewe 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 Bb at 100 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 "Practically 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 "Practically 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.
What other Stiles & Drewe songs work for kids?: Try "Being Mrs. Banks (Parts 1 and 2)", "Brimstone & Treacle Part 1". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.