Mind Games

by John Lennon
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We’re play ing these (C)mind games

(G6)to (Am)geth er,

push ing the bar ri ers,

plant ing seeds,

play ing the (C)mind

guer ril la,

chant ing the man tra

peace on earth.

We all been play ing those (C)mind games

(G6)for (Am)ev er,

some kind a dru id dudes

lift ing the veil,

do ing the (C)mind

guer ril la.

Some call it mag ic,

the search for the (D)grail.

(C)Love

(D)is the (G)an swer,

and (Em)you know that

for (D)sure.

(C)Love

(D)is a (G)flow er;

you (Em)got ta let it,

you got ta let it (D)grow.

So keep on play ing those (C)mind games

(G6)to (C)geth er,

faith in the fu ture, al,

out ta the now.

You just can’t beat on those (C)mind

guer ril las,

ab so lute else where

in the stones of your (D)mind.

Yeah, we’re play ing those (C)mind games

(G6)for (Am)ev er,

pro ject ing our im ag es

in space and in (D)time.

(C)Yes

(D)is the (G)an swer,

and (Em)you know that

for (D)sure.

(C)Yes

(D)is sur (G)ren der;

you (Em)got ta let it,

you got ta let it (D)go.

So keep on play ing those (C)mind games

(G6)to (C)geth er,

do ing the fu u al,

dance in the sun.

You just can’t Mil lions of (C)mind

guer ril las

put ting their else where

to the Kar mic your (D)wheel.

Keep on play ing those (C)mind games

(G6)for (Am)ev er,

pro rais ing the spir it es

of peace and love.

(D)time.

(C)Love.

I want you to (C)make love,

(G6)not (Am)war.

I (Fmaj7)know

you’ve heard it be fore.

Mind Games — Falling Notes Piano Tutorial

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Watch "Mind Games" by John Lennon 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 C, 90 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Mind Games

Can I learn "Mind Games" 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 "Mind Games" with hands-separate practice in C at 90 BPM.
What key is "Mind Games" by John Lennon played in?
Mind Games is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Mind Games"?
The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Mind Games" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Mind Games"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Mind Games"?
"Mind Games" was originally performed by John Lennon. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Mind Games"?
This arrangement uses 9 chords: Am, Am7, C, D, D7, Em, Fmaj7, G, +1 more.
What other songs by John Lennon can I play here?
Try "HAPPY XMAS", "STARTING OVER", "WOMAN". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can I practice left and right hand separately for "Mind Games"?
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 "Mind Games" one hand at a time before combining them.
What is falling notes style for "Mind Games"?
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. "Mind Games" is in the key of C at 90 BPM.

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