I'm A Mess

by Ed Sheeran
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Lyrics

Oh, I’m a mess right now,

in side out.

Search ing for a sweet sur ren der but (Ab5)this is not the end.

I can’t (F5)work it out, ing

how.

We’re Go ing through the mo tions,

(Ab5)go ing through us.

And (Ab)oh I’ve known it for the long est time, and all of my hopes, (Bb)will all of my own words are all o ver writ ten on the signs, but you’re on my road, walk ing me home, home, home, home, home.

See the flames in side my (Bb)eyes.

It burns so (Ab)bright I wan na feel your love.

No.

Eas y, ba by, may be I’m a (Bb)li ar.

But for to (Ab)night, I wan na fall in love.

Put your (Fm)faith in my

sto mach.

I messed it up this time,

late last night.

Drink ing to sup press de vo tion with (Ab5)fin gers in ter twined.

I can’t (F5)shake this feel ing

now.

We’re go ing through the mo tions,

(Ab5)hop ing you’d stop.

And (Ab)oh I’ve on ly caused you pain I know, but all of my words (Bb)will al ways be low.

words Of all, o ver all the love we spoke when you’re on my road, walk ing me home, home, home, home, home.

See the flames in side my (Bb)eyes.

It burns so (Ab)bright I wan na feel your love.

No.

Eas y, ba by, may be I’m a (Bb)li ar.

But for to (Ab)night, I wan na fall in love.

Put your (Fm)faith in my

sto mach.

I messed it up

And (C5)for (Eb5)how (Bb5)long, I love,

(Eb5)my (Bb5)lov er.

Now, now.

For (Eb5)how (Bb5)long, I love,

(Eb5)my (Bb5)lov (C5)er?

Now, now.

(C5)for (Eb5)how (Bb5)long, I love,

(Eb5)my (Bb5)lov er.

Now, now.

For (Eb5)how (Bb5)long, I love,

(Eb5)my (Bb5)lov (C5)er?

Now, now.

(Cm)For how (Bb)long, long I love,

my (Bb)lov er.

Now, now.

For how (Bb)long, long I love,

my (Bb)lov er.

Now, now.

(Cm)For how (Bb)long, long I love,

my (Bb)lov er.

Now, now.

For how (Bb)long, long I love,

my (Bb)lov er.

Now, now.

(C5)For (Eb5)how (Bb5)long, long I love,

(Eb5)my (Bb5)lov (C5)er.

Now, now.

For (Eb5)how (Bb5)long, long I love,

(Eb5)my (Bb5)lov (C5)er.

Now, now.

(CN.C.)For how long, I love,

my lov er.

Now, now.

For how long, long, I love,

my lov er.

I'm A Mess — Piano Lead Sheet

"I'm A Mess" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. 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.

About “I'm A Mess

Where are the chord symbols for "I'm A Mess" 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. "I'm A Mess" is in F.
What key is "I'm A Mess" by Ed Sheeran played in?
I'm A Mess 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 "I'm A Mess"?
The arrangement plays at 140 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "I'm A Mess" 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 "I'm A Mess"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "I'm A Mess"?
"I'm A Mess" was originally performed by Ed Sheeran. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "I'm A Mess"?
This arrangement uses 11 chords: Ab, Abpow, Bb, Bbpow, C, Cm, Cpow, Eb, +3 more.
What other songs by Ed Sheeran can I play here?
Try "Sing", "SING", "DIVE". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "I'm A Mess" 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. "I'm A Mess" is in the key of F at 140 BPM.
What chords are in "I'm A Mess"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of F, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.

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