Perfect Chords

Ed Sheeran

60 BPM 4/4 3:20 Beginner

Chords4

V1Verse 116 bars

I found a love for me

.Well darling just dive right in and follow my lead

.Well I found a girl beautiful and sweet

.I never knew you were the someone waiting for me

.Cause we were just kids when we fell in love

.Not knowing what it was

.I will not give you up

.This time

.Darling just kiss me slow

.Your heart is all I own

.And in your eyes you're holding mine

CChorus8 bars

.Baby I'm

Dancing in the dark

.With you between my arms

Barefoot on the grass

.While listening to our favorite song

.When you said you looked a mess

.I whispered underneath my breath

.You heard it

Darling you look perfect tonight

I1Instrumental 12 bars

V2Verse 216 bars

.Well, I found a woman stronger than anyone I know

.She shares my dreams, I hope that someday I'll share her home

.I found a lover to carry more than just my secrets

.To carry love, to carry children of our own

.We are still kids but we're so in love

.Fighting against all odds

.I know we'll be alright this time

.Oh darling, just hold my hand

.Be my girl, I'll be your man

.I see my future in your eyes

CChorusRepeat · 8 bars

Beyond the notes

A chart only shows the chords. Here is the easiest way to play Perfect on guitar, and a place to take it once you know it.

Easiest on guitar

Open chords in G. A capo on fret 1 sounds like the original key of Ab.

GEmCD

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Perfect chords in other keys

The same progression moved to whichever key suits your voice. Pick one to transpose the chart and the playback.

Key of Ab Original: AbFmDbEb
Key of G: GEmCD
Key of C: CAmFG
Key of D: DBmGA
Key of A: AF#mDE
Key of E: EC#mAB
Key of F: FDmBbC

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About Perfect

Perfect by Ed Sheeran — Ab major, 60 BPM, beginner. Built around Ab, Eb, Fm and Db. Transpose to any key right on the page. The chart moves through Verse, Chorus and Instrumental, using 4 chords in total — a slow and contemplative popular song, and Ab major is grand and deep.

Chord progressions in this song: I–V–vi–IV (Axis), vi–IV–I–V (Sensitive), I–vi–IV–V ('50s / doo-wop)

Frequently asked questions

Who wrote Perfect?

Perfect was written and recorded by Ed Sheeran.

What key is Perfect in?

Perfect is in Ab major.

What are the chords in Perfect?

The chord chart uses 4 chords: Ab, Fm, Db, Eb.

How fast is Perfect?

Perfect is played at 60 BPM (beats per minute) — a slow and contemplative feel.

Is Perfect easy to play?

Perfect is built around 4 main chords — 4 in total once you count the passing chords — so it's rated Beginner. Most beginners can learn it in one session.

Can I get a printable PDF of Perfect?

Yes — click PDF in the toolbar above for a printable, transposable chord chart for Perfect by Ed Sheeran. Free, no signup needed.

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