Mean

by P!nk
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Lyrics

You (E)used to hold the door for me, now (G#m)you can’t wait to leave.

You (A)used to send me flow ers if you (Am)fucked up in my dreams.

I (E)used to make you laugh with all the (G#m)sil ly shit I did,

(A)now you roll your eyes and walk a way and shake your head.

You When the (C#m)spark has gone and the can dles are out bad and the song (G#m)all is think done bout and there’s no fun more sound, And (A)whis pers turn to yell nev ing and na I’m think ing...

How did we get so mean?

How do we just move on?

How do you feel in the morn ing when it comes and ev ’ry thing’s un done.

(Am)Is it ’cause we want to be free?

Well, that’s not me.

Nor mal ly I’m so strong,

I just can’t wake up on the floor like a thou sand times be fore, (Am)know ing that for ev er won’t be.

(E)Al ways sen ti men tal when I (G#m)think of how it was,

when (A)love was sweet and new and we just (Am)could n’t get e nough.

The (E)show er, it re minds me, you’d un (G#m)dress me with your eyes,

(A)now you nev er touch me and you tell me that you’re tired.

You know it (C#m)gets so sad when it all dles goes out bad and the and (G#m)all you think a bout is all the fun you’ve had.

And (A)all those sor rys ain’t nev er gon na mean a thing.

How did we get so mean?

How do we just move on?

How do you feel in the morn ing when it comes and ev ’ry thing’s un done.

(Am)Is it ’cause we want to be free?

Well, that’s not me.

Nor mal ly I’m so strong,

I just can’t wake up on the floor like a thou sand times be fore, (Am)know ing that for ev er won’t be.

(Am)know ing that for ev er won’t be.

I know we said some things that we can nev er take back, it’s like a train wreck try’n’ to hit the right track.

We o pened up the wine and we just let it breathe but we (A)should ’ve drank it down while it was still sweet.

It all goes bad e ven tu al (A)ly.

Now do we stay to geth er ’cause

we’re (G#m)scared to be a lone?

We (A)got so used to this a buse it (Am)kind a feels like home.

But, my (C#m)ba by, I just real ly want to know...

How did we get so mean?

How do we just move on?

How do you feel in the morn ing when it comes and ev ’ry thing’s un done?

(Am)Is it ’cause we want to be free?

Well, that’s not me.

Nor mal ly I’m so strong,

I just can’t wake up on the floor like a thou sand times be fore, (Am)know ing that for ev er won’t be.

How do we just move on?

How do you feel in the morn ing when it comes and ev ’ry thing’s un done?

(Am)Is it ’cause we want to be free?

Well, that’s not me.

Nor mal ly I’m so strong,

I just can’t wake up on the floor like a thou sand times be fore, (Am)know ing that for ev er won’t be.

(Am)know ing that for ev er won’t be.

Mean — Simple Sheet Music

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"Mean" 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 E, 75 BPM.

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

About “Mean”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Mean"?
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 "Mean" by P!nk played in?
Mean 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 "Mean"?
The arrangement plays at 75 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Mean" 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 "Mean"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Mean"?
"Mean" was originally performed by P!nk. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Mean"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: A, Am, B, C, C#m, E, G#m.
What other songs by P!nk can I play here?
Try "RUNAWAY", "TRUE LOVE", "LONG WAY TO HAPPY". 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 "Mean". Key of E, 75 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.