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Tempo 80 BPM

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Step 1 / 8Position: 2

1 index2 middle3 ring4 pinkyO open

[Intro Tab]
e|----------------------|
B|--4-4-4-2-0-2-4-5-----|
G|--4-4-4-4-4-4-4-4-----|
D|----------------------|
A|----------------------|
E|----------------------|
Chords:
E
    022100
B
    x24442
D#m
  668876
C#m
  446654
G#m
  466444
F#
   244322
B                                     D#m
You're such a poet, I wish I could be Wesley Willis
   C#m                          E
My words would flow like honey, sweet and laid on thick
B                              D#m
You're so edgy, You don't even need a rhyming dictionary
  C#m                                E
I wipe my hands on your jeans, Cause they are more distressed
           B                         D#m
So they say you've got OCD, And they claim you can barely read
        C#m                      E
But you say don't bother me with all of your reality
B            E           G#m          F#
But it could be so simple, Life should be that simple
B              E             G#m
I wish it were just so simple, but the point's been missed
                      F#
You've made a mess, Who would have guessed
That it's as simple as it seems?
B                                    D#m
So what, you're a genius, But you've got a lot to learn
         C#m                                     E
Like the time you lost your apartment, Cause you bought too much Vuitton
    B                          D#m
You park in a loading zone You sleep with the lights all on
              C#m                       E
You cross your Is and dot your Ts, it only goes to show
B            E              G#m          F#
That it could be so simple, Life should be that simple
B              E              G#m
I wish it were just so simple, but the point's been missed
                      F#
You've made a mess, Who would have guessed
That it's as simple as it seems?
B        E                           G#m              F#
I'm not saying that it's a piece of cake, Just take a moment to reevaluate
B         E           G#m              F#                   B         E
The possibilities, The situations, The opportunities that are waiting
Gm                    F#
Oh, the possibilities Oh, I
              BEG#mF#
Continue with    
It could, it could be that simple, life should be that simple
I wish it were just so simple. You're in a haze
It's just a phase You know this maze
Is as simple as it seems
We could talk all day about your eccentricities
What I mean to say oh, is that I need you listen please
And focus on all of life's simplicities So don't be afraid to strip it away
Cause at the end of the day it's still as simple as it seems
It is all so simple, just deal with it (End on B)

Simple chords and lyrics

Free chords for Simple by Katy Perry. Scroll the interactive sheet above or read the chord names inline below.

[Intro Tab]
Chords:
E    022100
B    x24442
D#m  668876
C#m  446654
G#m  466444
F#   244322
That it's as simple as it seems?
That it's as simple as it seems?
I wish it were just so simple. You're in a haze
It's just a phase You know this maze
Is as simple as it seems
We could talk all day about your eccentricities
What I mean to say oh, is that I need you listen please
And focus on all of life's simplicities So don't be afraid to strip it away
Cause at the end of the day it's still as simple as it seems
It is all so simple, just deal with it (End on B)

Simple Chords by Katy Perry

Learn how to play Simple by Katy Perry with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Simple chords”, “Simple guitar chords”, or “Katy Perry Simple chords” and you will find this page — transpose to any key, tap chords for diagrams, and use auto-scroll while you play. Perfect for beginners looking for easy Simple chords and for experienced players who want accurate Simple lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include B, G, D, A, E, D#m.

Frequently asked questions about Simple

How do I play "Simple" by Katy Perry on guitar?

Open the free chords for "Simple" by Katy Perry on Free Chord Book. Tap any chord to see its diagram, use transpose to change the key, and turn on auto-scroll to play hands-free.

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Can I transpose "Simple" to a different key?

Yes. Use the transpose buttons on the song page to shift "Simple" up or down by half-steps so it matches your vocal range or capo position.

Can I see chord diagrams for "Simple"?

Yes. Tap any chord in "Simple" to instantly see an interactive guitar chord diagram with alternate fingerings.

Is "Simple" easy to play on guitar?

Many players learn "Simple" by Katy Perry with our free chords. Use transpose and chord diagrams to simplify tricky shapes, and browse related songs by Katy Perry below.

What key is "Simple" in?

The chords for "Simple" show the original chord names (including B, G, D, A, E, D#m). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.