You're Gonna Live Forever In Me

by John Mayer

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Lyrics

A (G)great big bang and (G)di no saurs, fi (C)pla rey rain and me te ors.

It (Em)all ends un for tu nate ly.

But (C)you’re gon na live for ev er in me.

I gua ran (Am)tee,

it’s just wait and (D)see.

(G)Parts of me were (G)made by you and (C)rea nets keep their dis tance too.

The (Em)moon’s got a grip on the sea.

And (C)you’re gon na live for ev er in me.

I gua ran (Am)tee,

it’s your des ti (D)see.

(D)ny.

(G)Life is full of sweet mis takes and (C)love’s an hon est one to make.

(Em)Time leaves no food on the tree.

But (C)you’re gon na live for ev er in me.

I gua ran (Am)tee,

it’s just meant to (D)be.

And (D)see.

You're Gonna Live Forever In Me by John Mayer — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “You're Gonna Live Forever In Me 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 69 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 "You're Gonna Live Forever In 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're Gonna Live Forever In 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.