Slow Dancing In A Burning Room

by John Mayer

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Lyrics

It’s not a (C#m)sil ly lit tle mo ment.

It’s not the (A)storm be fore the (E)calm.

This is the (C#m)deep and dy ing breath of Ba this by, love that we’ve been (E)work I ing on.

saw.

Can’t seem to (C#m)hold you like I want to

so I can (A)feel you in my (E)arms.

No bod y’s (C#m)gon na come and save you.

We pulled too man y (A)false a larms.

We’re go ing down,

and you can (C#m)see it, too.

We’re go ing down,

and you (C#m)know that we’re (F#m7)doomed.

My dear, we’re slow danc ing in a (A)burn ing (E)room.

I was the (A)bitch be cause you (E)can.

You’ll try to (C#m)hit me just to hurt me so you leave me feel ing dirt y, ’cause you (A)can’t un der (E)stand.

We’re go ing down,

and you can (C#m)see it, too.

We’re go ing down,

and you (C#m)know that we’re (F#m7)doomed.

My dear, we’re slow danc ing in a (A)burn ing (E)room.

My dear, we’re slow danc ing in a (A)burn ing (E)room.

Don’t you think we ought a (C#m)know by now?

Don’t you think we should have (A)learned some how?

Don’t you think we ought a (C#m)know by now?

Don’t you think we should have (A)learned some how?

Don’t you think we ought a (C#m)know by now?

Don’t you think we should have (A)learned some how?

Don’t you think we ought a (C#m)know by now?

Don’t you think we should have (A)learned some how?

Don’t you think we ought a (A)learned some how?

Slow Dancing In A Burning Room by John Mayer — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Slow Dancing In A Burning Room 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 C# at 65 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 "Slow Dancing In A Burning Room" 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 "Slow Dancing In A Burning Room"?
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.