Perfectly Lonely

by John Mayer
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Lyrics

Had a lit tle love but I (F)spread it thin,

fall ing in her arms and (G)out a gain.

Made a bad name for my game (F)’round town;

tore out my heart and (G)shut it down.

Noth in’ to do,

no where to be;

a sim ple lit tle kind of (G)free.

Noth in’ to do,

no one but me,

and that’s all I (G)need.

I’m per fect ly lone ly.

I’m per fect ly lone ly.

I’m per fect ly (Em)lone ly,

(Am)yeah,

’cause I (Dm7)don’t be long to an y one and (G)no bod y be longs to me.

I see my friends a round from (F)time to time,

when their la dies let ’em slip a (G)way.

And when they ask me how I’m (F)do in’ with mine,

this is al ways what I (G)say:

Noth in’ to do,

no where to be;

a sim ple lit tle kind of (G)free.

Noth in’ to do,

no one to be.

Is it real ly hard to (G)see

why I’m per fect ly lone And this is not to say there nev er comes a day.

I’ll take my chanc es and start a gain.

And when I look be hind

on all my young er times,

I’ll have to thank the wrongs that (Fm)led me to a love so strong.

I’m per fect ly lone ly.

I’m per fect ly lone ly.

I’m per fect ly (Em)lone ly,

(Am)yeah,

’cause I (Dm7)don’t be long to an y one and (G)no bod y be longs… That’s the (C)way, that’s the way, that’s the way that I (F)want it.

That’s the (Dm7)way, that’s the way, that’s the way that I (G)want it.

That’s the (C)way, that’s the way, that’s the way that I (F)want it.

That’s the (Dm7)way, that’s the way, that’s the way that I (G)want it.

That’s the it.

Perfectly Lonely — Simple Sheet Music

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"Perfectly Lonely" 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 C, 100 BPM.

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

About “Perfectly Lonely”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Perfectly Lonely"?
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 "Perfectly Lonely" by John Mayer played in?
Perfectly Lonely 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 "Perfectly Lonely"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Perfectly Lonely" 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 "Perfectly Lonely"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Perfectly Lonely"?
"Perfectly Lonely" was originally performed by John Mayer. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Perfectly Lonely"?
This arrangement uses 7 chords: Am, C, Dm7, Em, F, Fm, G.
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 "Perfectly Lonely". Key of C, 100 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.