Someone Like You

by Van Morrison
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Lyrics

I’ve been (Dm7)search in’ a long time

for some one ex act ly like (Gm7)you.

I’ve been (Dm7)trav ’lin’ all a (Gm7)round the world

wait in’ for you to come through.

Some one like you,

you make it all worth (Dm7)while.

Some one like you

keeps me sat is fied, some one ex (CN.C.)act ly like

you.

(Dm7)I’ve been do in’ some soul search (Gm7)in’,

mmm

to find out where you’re (Gm7)at.

I’ve been (Dm7)up and down the high way

in all kinds of for eign lands.

Some one like you,

you make it all worth (Dm7)while.

Some one like you

keeps me sat is (F7sus)fied.

(Dm7)Just like (Gm7)you, ba

by,

I’ve

been

all a (Eb6/9)round the world.

March in’ to the (Bbmaj7)beat of a dif f’rent drum.

But just (Bbmaj7)late ly I’ve

re al (Ebmaj7)ized, ba by, the (Bbmaj7)best

is yet to come.

Some one like you,

you make it all worth (Dm7)while.

Some one like you,

keeps me sat is (F7sus)fied.

Some one like you

makes it (Dm7)all worth while.

Some one like you

keeps me sat is (F7sus)fied.

Just like (Ebmaj9)you,

some one ex act ly like you,

some one.

Someone Like You — Piano Lead Sheet

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"Someone Like You" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of Eb, 72 BPM.

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

About “Someone Like You

Where are the chord symbols for "Someone Like You" 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. "Someone Like You" is in Eb.
What key is "Someone Like You" by Van Morrison played in?
Someone Like You is arranged in the key of Eb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Someone Like You"?
The arrangement plays at 72 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Someone Like You" 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 "Someone Like You"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Someone Like You"?
"Someone Like You" was originally performed by Van Morrison. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Someone Like You"?
This arrangement uses 11 chords: Bbmaj7, Bbmaj9, C, Cm7, Dm7, Eb, Eb6, Ebmaj7, +3 more.
What other songs by Van Morrison can I play here?
Try "TUPELO HONEY", "INTO THE MYSTIC", "HAVE I TOLD YOU LATELY". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Someone Like You" 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. "Someone Like You" is in the key of Eb at 72 BPM.
What chords are in "Someone Like You"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of Eb, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.

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