Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters

by Elton John
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Lyrics

This Now I know

it’s got a “Span ish Har lem” (Am)are not (F)just I pret ty words (C)I to say.

in.

I go I thought I knew,

but now I know that rose (Am)trees (F)nev er grow

in New York (Dm)Cit y.

Un til you’ve (C)seen

this (Dm)trash can dream come (C)true,

you stand at the (C)edge

while peo (F)ple bo, he run you through.

And I thank the Lord

for there’s (F)peo ple out there like you.

I thank the Lord there’s the (C)peo ple out there like (Dm)you.

While Mo na Li sas and Mad (Bb)Hat ters, sons of bank ers, sons of law yers

turn a (C)round and say, “Good morn ing” to the night.

For un (E)less they see the (Am)sky,

(C)but they (F)can’t and that (C)is why,

they (F)know not if it’s (G)dark out side or (F)light.

This Broad way’s got,

it’s got a lot of songs to (Am)sing.

not (F)If I know the tunes (C)I might join in.

I go my way a lone,

but grow my own.

My own (Am)seeds (F)shall be sown

in New York (Dm)Cit y.

Sub way’s no (C)way

for (Dm)a good man go (C)down.

you Rich at can (C)ride

and the (F)ho bo, he can you drown.

And I thank the Lord

for the (F)peo ple out there have found.

I thank the Lord for the (C)peo ple I there have (Dm)found.

While Mo na Li sas and Mad (Bb)Hat ters, sons of bank ers, sons of law yers

turn a (C)round and say, “Good morn ing” to the night.

For un (E)less they see the (Am)sky,

(C)but they (F)can’t and that (C)is why,

they (F)know not if it’s (G)dark out side or (F)light.

(F)light.

Now I know

“Span ish Har lem” (Am)are not (F)just pret ty words to say.

I thought I knew,

but now I know that rose (Am)trees (F)nev er grow

in New York (Dm)Cit y.

(F)light.

They (F)know not if it’s (G7)dark out side or (C)light.

Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of C, 120 BPM.

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

About “Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters”

Where are the chord symbols for "Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters" 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. "Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters" is in C.
What key is "Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters" by Elton John played in?
Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters 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 "Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters" 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 "Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters"?
"Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters" was originally performed by Elton John. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Elton John can I play here?
Try "SOMEONE SAVED MY LIFE TONIGHT", "CROCODILE ROCK", "BURN DOWN THE MISSION". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters" 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. "Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters" is in the key of C at 120 BPM.
What chords are in "Mona Lisas And Mad Hatters"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of C, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.