Just What I Needed

by The Cars
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Lyrics

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 — Falling Notes Piano Tutorial

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Watch "Just What I Needed" by The Cars in falling notes style — like Synthesia. Color-coded notes fall onto the keyboard in real time. Practice left hand, right hand, or both. 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.

About “Just What I Needed

Can I learn "Just What I Needed" with falling notes like Synthesia?
Yes — Falling Notes mode shows colored note shapes dropping onto a virtual keyboard, the same visual style as Synthesia or piano-tile games. Each note's column matches the piano key you press. Works for "Just What I Needed" with hands-separate practice in E at 140 BPM.
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.
Can I practice left and right hand separately for "Just What I Needed"?
Yes! Our Top Down mode lets you isolate the left hand (bass clef), right hand (treble clef), or play both together. This makes it easy to master "Just What I Needed" one hand at a time before combining them.
What is falling notes style for "Just What I Needed"?
Falling notes (also known as Synthesia or piano waterfall) shows color-coded rectangles falling from the top of the screen onto a virtual keyboard. Each note's position matches the piano key you need to press. "Just What I Needed" is in the key of E at 140 BPM.

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