Other arrangements of Just What I Needed
Pick a learning view.
I don’t mind you (B)hang ing out
and talk ing in your (G#)sleep.
It does n’t mat ter (B)where you’ve been,
as long as it was (G#)deep.
You al ways knew to (B)wear it well and you look so fan cy.
(G#)I can tell.
I don’t mind you (B)hang ing out
and talk ing in your (A)sleep.
I don’t mind you (B)com ing here,
and wast ing all my (G#)time.
’Cause when you’re stand ing (B)oh, so near,
I kind of lose my (G#)mind.
It’s not the per fume (B)that you wear; and it’s not the rib bons (G#)in your hair.
I don’t mind you (B)com ing here
and wast ing all my (A)time.
I guess (A)you’re just what I (C#m)need ed.
I need (A)ed some one to (C#m)feed.
I guess (A)you’re just what I (C#m)need ed.
I need (A)ed some one to (C#m)bleed.
(C#m)ed.
(A)You’re just what I need (C#m)ed.
(A)You’re just what I need
Just What I Needed — Piano Lead Sheet
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"Just What I Needed" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of E, 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 “Just What I Needed”
- Where are the chord symbols for "Just What I Needed" 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. "Just What I Needed" is in E.
- What key is "Just What I Needed" by The Cars played in?
- Just What I Needed 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 "Just What I Needed"?
- The arrangement plays at 140 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Just What I Needed" 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 "Just What I Needed"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Just What I Needed"?
- "Just What I Needed" was originally performed by The Cars. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Just What I Needed"?
- This arrangement uses 6 chords: A, B, C#m, C#pow, E, G#.
- What other songs by The Cars can I play here?
- Try "DRIVE", "MAGIC", "GOOD TIMES ROLL". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Does "Just What I Needed" 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. "Just What I Needed" is in the key of E at 140 BPM.
- What chords are in "Just What I Needed"?
- 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.
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