You Were Meant For Me

by Jewel

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I hear the clock.

ma, she It’s (G)six A.

a M.

Con soled a I cup feel so far from it (Em)where n’t I’ve to been.

So, I I got my eggs.

I got my (G)pan cakes, sheets too.

and then I (C)got my ma ple syr up, ev ’ry (D)thing but be you.

used.

I break the yolks and make a (G)smil ey to face.

I kind a like it in my (Em)brand new place.

same Wipe the (C)spots up o ver me, don’t leave my (G)keys in the door.

I (C)nev er put wet towels think on the (D)floor an y more ’cause

dreams last

so long

(G)e ven (D)af ter you’re gone.

I know that (D)you love me, and (G)soon (D)you will see

you were meant for me

and (D)I was meant for (Em)you.

I called my ma I put was (G)out for a walk.

Con soled I I know of cof fee, but I (Em)did n’t want light talk.

So, I picked up the pa per, it was (G)more bad sheets news.

and then My (C)heart’s be ing bro ken up, ev by (D)peo ple be ing round.

Put on my coat in the pour (G)hop ing to rain.

I saw a mov ie, it just (Em)was n’t the same I ’cause (C)spots it was hap my py or ’ll (G)be I was sad, and (C)it made me miss you, think an y (D)oh, so y bad ’cause

dreams last

so long

(G)e ven (D)af ter you’re gone.

I know that (D)you love me, and (G)soon (D)you will see

you were meant for me

and (D)I was meant for (Em)you.

I (Am7)go a bout my bus’ ness.

I’m do ing fine.

Be sides, (Bm)what would I say if I (D)had you on the (C)line?

Same old sto ry, not much to say.

Hearts are bro ken (Em)ev ’ry day.

(Em)you.

Yeah, you were (C)meant for me,

and (D)I was meant for (C)you.

You Were Meant For Me by Jewel — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “You Were Meant For Me by Jewel 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 120 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 "You Were Meant For Me" 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 "You Were Meant For Me"?
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.