Jimmy Gets High

by Daniel Powter
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Jim my, you know

(D)ev ’ry bod y hates you when you’re liv ing off (D6)rock ’n’ roll, so you get high

to night.

And Jim my, you lied.

I (D)won der if you’ll ev er get your self back here a live, so you get high

to night.

’Cause you don’t need no bod y to make it on your own.

You don’t need no bod y, you’d rath er be a lone.

So Jim my gets (C#m7)high

to night,

and Jim my gets (C#m7)high

to night.

I (A)must con fess I’m a real live wire.

(F#m)Jim my, you and me will get a (A7)long a while.

Jim my gets (D)high

to night.

Jim my, you lied.

I’m (D)hop ing that soon, may be life, it don’t pass (D)you by.

So Jim my gets high

to night.

And Jim my, you know

ev ’ry bod y hates you when you’re liv ing off your rock ’n’ roll, so you get high

to night.

’Cause you don’t need no bod y to make it on your own.

You don’t need no bod y, you’d rath er be a lone.

So Jim my gets (C#m7)high

to night,

and Jim my gets (C#m7)high

to night.

(Esus)I (A)must con fess you’re a real live wire.

(F#m)Jim my, you and me will get a (A7)long a while.

So Jim my gets (D)high

to night.

(Bm7)I’ve been (A6)so con fused,

and I just hope it all gets back to you.

So Jim my gets (C#m7)high

to night.

I (A)must ad mit, I’m a real live wire.

(F#m)Jim my, you and me will get a (A7)long a while.

So Jim my gets (D)high

to night.

And I’m hop ing you’ll be (D)all right.

Jim my gets high

(Bm7)to night.

And I’m hop ing you’ll be (D)all right.

Jim my gets high

(Bm7)to night.

Jim my, you know

ev ’ry bod y hates you when you’re liv ing off rock ’n’ roll,

so you get high.

Jimmy Gets High — Simple Sheet Music

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"Jimmy Gets High" 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 A, 73 BPM.

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

About “Jimmy Gets High

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Jimmy Gets High"?
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 "Jimmy Gets High" by Daniel Powter played in?
Jimmy Gets High is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Jimmy Gets High"?
The arrangement plays at 73 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Jimmy Gets High" 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 "Jimmy Gets High"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Jimmy Gets High"?
"Jimmy Gets High" was originally performed by Daniel Powter. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Jimmy Gets High"?
This arrangement uses 14 chords: A, A6, A7, Bm, Bm7, C#7, C#m7, D, +6 more.
What other songs by Daniel Powter can I play here?
Try "BAD DAY", "FREE LOOP", "Bad Day". 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 "Jimmy Gets High". Key of A, 73 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.

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