Comfortable

by John Mayer

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(F)I just re mem bered that (Bbm6)time at the mar ket; My (Dm7)snuck up be hind me and (F7)jumped on my shop ping (Bb)cart and (C)rode (Dm)down

Aisle (C)Five.

(F)You looked be hind you to (Bbm6)smile back at me,

crashed pre in to a (F7)rack full of mag a (Bb)zines.

They (C)asked (Dm)us

if (C)we (Dm)could (F)leave.

(Bb)Can’t

re the (C)mem ber what went (Bb)wrong

last Sep (C)tem ber, though I’m (Bb)sure

you’d re (C)mind me if you (B)had to.

Our love was

com f’rta ble and

so bro ken (Csus4)in.

I (F)sleep with this new girl I’m (Bbm6)just get ting used to.

My (Dm7)friends all ap prove, say, “She’s (F7)gon na be good for (Bb)you.” They (C)throw (Dm)me

high (C)fives.

(F)She says the Bi ble is (Bbm6)all that she reads

and pre fers that I (F7)not use pro fan i (Bb)ty.

Your (C)mouth (Dm)was

so (C)dirt (Dm)y.

(F)leave.

(Bb)Life

of the (C)par ty, and she (Bb)swears

that she’s (C)art sy, though but (Bb)you

could dis (C)tin guish Miles from (B)Col trane.

Our love was

com f’rta ble and

so bro ken (Csus4)in.

I

She’s per fect,

so flaw less,

or (Cm7)so they (Dm7)say.

(Bb)Hey,

(Dm7)say,

(Bb)hey.

(F)She thinks I can’t see the (Bbm6)smile that she’s fak in’ and (Dm7)pos es for pic tures that (F7)aren’t be ing tak en.

I (C)loved (Dm)you;

gray (C)sweat (Dm)pants,

no (C)make (Dm)up,

(C)so (Csus4)per (C7)fect.

I (Cm7)want you (Dm7)back.

Comfortable by John Mayer — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Comfortable by John Mayer in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of Bb at 90 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Comfortable" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Comfortable"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
What other John Mayer songs work for kids?
Try "Something's Missing", "Clarity", "Friends, Lovers or Nothing". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.