Other arrangements of 3x5
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(Cm7)I’m
writ ing (Eb7)you to (Ab)catch you up on plac es I’ve been.
And you
how held this (Eb7)let ter, (Ab)prob ’bly got ex cit ed, but there’s noth ing else in side it.
Did n’t have a (Ab)cam (Eb)’ra (Bb)by (Ab)my side this time,
hop ing I would see (Eb)the world through both my eyes.
May be I will tell (Eb)you (Bb)all (Ab)a (Db69)bout it when I’m (Cm)in the mood to (Bb)lose
my
way
with words.
To (Cm7)day
skies are (Eb7)paint ed (Ab)col ors of a cow boy’s cli ché.
And strange
how clouds that (Eb7)look like (Ab)moun tains in the sky are next to moun tains an y way.
it.
Did n’t have a (Ab)day (Eb)I (Bb)fi (Ab)n’lly o ver came
try’n to fit the see (Eb)in side a pic ture frame.
May be I will tell (Eb)you (Bb)all (Ab)a (Db69)bout it when I’m (Cm)in the mood to (Bb)lose
my
way
with words.
To (Dbsus2)lose my way, but (Bb7)let me say you (Eb)should
have
(Eb13)seen
that
sun rise
with your own eyes.
It (Eb)brought
me
(Eb13)back
to life.
(Eb)You’ll
be
(Eb13)with
me
next time
I go out side.
(Eb)No
more
three
by five’s.
I (Cm9)guess
(Cm9)you
(Cm9)had
to
(Cm9)be
there.
I (Cm9)guess
(Cm9)you
(Cm9)had
to
(Cm9)be
there.
I with me.
Oh, to
Just (Eb)no
more
(Eb13)three
by five’s.
3x5 — Simple Sheet Music
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"3x5" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of F, 140 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “3x5”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "3x5"?
- Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
- What key is "3x5" by John Mayer played in?
- 3x5 is arranged in the key of F on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "3x5"?
- The arrangement plays at 140 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "3x5" easy to play on piano?
- This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
- Can I download sheet music for "3x5"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "3x5"?
- "3x5" was originally performed by John Mayer. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "3x5"?
- This arrangement uses 17 chords: Ab, Bb, Bb7, Cm, Cm6, Cm7, Cm9, CmMaj7, +9 more.
- What other songs by John Mayer can I play here?
- Try "Something's Missing", "Clarity", "Friends, Lovers or Nothing". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
- Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "3x5". Key of F, 140 BPM.
- What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
- Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.