Why Georgia

by John Mayer

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I am (D)driv ing up Eight y (D)five in the kind of (D)morn ing that lasts all (D)af ter noon.

I’m just stuck in side the gloom.

Four more (D)ex its to my a (D)part ment, but I am (D)tempt ed to keep the (D)car in drive,

I’m and leave it all be hind.

Be cause I

won der some times

a bout the out come

of a still

ver dict less life.

Am I (D)liv ing it right?

Am I (D)liv ing it right?

Am I (D)liv ing it right?

Why,

why,

Geor gia, why?

I rent a (D)room and I fill the (D)spac es with wood in (D)plac es to make it (Gmaj7)feel like home.

But all I feel’s a lone.

It might be a (Gmaj7)quar ter life cri sis,

or just the stir ring in my soul.

(D)Ei ther way, I

So what, so I’ve got a smile on,

but it’s hid ing the qui et su per sti tions in my head.

Don’t be (C)lieve me,

don’t be (C)lieve me

when I (Em7)say (Dsus2)I’ve (Gm)got

(Fsus2)it down.

Ev ’ry (D)bod y is just a (D)stran ger, but that’s the (D)dan ger in go ing (Gmaj7)my own way.

I guess it’s the price I have to pay, yeah, (D)yeah.

Still, (Em)“ev ’ry thing hap pens for a rea son” is no rea son not to ask my self if I’m (D)liv ing it right?

Am I (D)liv ing it right?

Am I (D)liv ing it right?

Why,

tell me why,

why,

why,

Geor gia, why?

Why Georgia by John Mayer — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Why Georgia” 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 G 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 "Why Georgia" 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 "Why Georgia"?
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.