Be My Somebody

by Norah Jones
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Lyrics

I’m too fog gy

to day

to know

what you’re say in’.

Your lips are mov ing so fast and I just keep pray ing

for them to slow

(B)down

so (C#m)I can (B)make some (A)sense

of the words that are pour ing out

of your (B)crook ed spout.

Last (E)night I held was a rec ord (E7)do to be bro ken.

When

It broke ed all o a ver the (E7)kitc hen floor.

Oh no, I

don’t you (B)go...

I’m (C#m)com in’ back with a (A)rag

to wipe (Am)your a way wring the haze

from the days

we’ve for got ten all a bout.

Be my (D)some bod y to night,

be the one who’ll hold me tight,

hon ey, please,

(E)please.

’Cause I’ve (D)been so all a lone,

and no one will pick up the phone, so hon ey, please

stay.

(E)stay.

Hon ey, please

stay.

Hon ey,

please

(E)stay.

Be My Somebody — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Be My Somebody" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of E, 84 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Be My Somebody”

Where are the chord symbols for "Be My Somebody" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Be My Somebody" is in E.
What key is "Be My Somebody" by Norah Jones played in?
Be My Somebody is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Be My Somebody"?
The arrangement plays at 84 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Be My Somebody" 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 "Be My Somebody"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Be My Somebody"?
"Be My Somebody" was originally performed by Norah Jones. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Be My Somebody"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: A, Am, B, C#m, D, E, E7.
What other songs by Norah Jones can I play here?
Try "IN THE MORNING", "CREEPIN' IN", "FEELIN' THE SAME WAY". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Be My Somebody" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Be My Somebody" is in the key of E at 84 BPM.
What chords are in "Be My Somebody"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of E, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.