New Light

by John Mayer
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Lyrics

(Am)Ah,

(G)ah.

I’m the boy in your (D)oth er phone

light ing up in side your (C)drawer at home, all a (G)lone.

What Push ing for ty in the (D)friend zone,

we talk and then you (C)walk a way ev ’ry (G)day.

(Am7)Oh, you don’t think (D)twice ’bout me.

And may be you’re world (B)right to doubt me, but...

But if you (D)give me just one night,

you’re gon na (C)see me in a new (G)light.

Yeah, if you (D)give me just one night

to meet you (C)un der neath the moon (G)light.

(Am7)Oh, I wan na take (D)two, I wan na break (G)through.

I wan na know the (C)real thing a bout (G)you,

so I can (D)see you in a new light.

Take a ride up to (D)Mal i bu,

I just wan na sit and (C)look at you, look at (G)you.

What would it mat ter if your (D)friends knew?

Who cares what oth er (C)peo ple say an y (G)way?

(Am7)Oh, we can go (D)far from here

and make a new world (B)right to geth er, babe.

’Cause if you (D)give me just one night,

you’re gon na (C)see me in a new (G)light.

Yeah, if you (D)give me just one night

to meet you (C)un der neath the moon (G)light.

(Am7)Oh, I wan na take (D)two, I wan na break (G)through.

I wan na know the (C)real thing a bout (G)you,

so I can (D)see you in a new light.

(D)see you in a new light.

(Em)Ah.

Yeah, if you (D)give me just one night,

you’re gon na (C)see me in a new (G)light.

Yeah, if you (D)give me just one night

to meet you (C)un der neath the moon (G)light.

What do I do with all this, what do I do with all this (G)love that’s run ning through my veins for you?

What do I do with all this, what do I do with all this (G)love that’s run ning through my veins for you?

(G)ooh,

yeah.

New Light — Simple Sheet Music

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"New Light" 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 G, 124 BPM.

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

About “New Light”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "New Light"?
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 "New Light" by John Mayer played in?
New Light is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "New Light"?
The arrangement plays at 124 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "New Light" 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 "New Light"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "New Light"?
"New Light" was originally performed by John Mayer. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "New Light"?
This arrangement uses 13 chords: Am, Am7, B, C, Cmaj7, Csus2, D, E, +5 more.
What other songs by John Mayer can I play here?
Try "Something's Missing", "Clarity", "Friends, Lovers or Nothing". 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 "New Light". Key of G, 124 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.