My Stupid Mouth

by John Mayer

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My stu pid mouth has (Dmaj7)got me in trou ble.

I said too much a gain

to a date o ver din ner yes ter day.

And I could see (Dmaj7)she was of fend ed.

She said, “Well, an y way,”

just (Dmaj7)dy ing for a sub ject change.

(Gmaj7)Oh,

it’s an oth er so cial cas ual ty.

(D7sus4)Score one (D7)more for me.

How could (D)I for get?

Ma ma said, “Think be fore speak ing.” No fil ter (D)in my head.

Oh, (Fsus2)what’s a boy to do?

I (Gsus2)guess he bet ter find one soon, yeah.

We bit our (D5)lips.

She (Dmaj7)looked out the win dow, roll ing ti ny balls of (Gsus2)nap kin pa per.

I played a (Dmaj7)quick game of chess with the (Gsus2)salt and pep per shak er.

And (Dmaj7)I could see clear ly an in del i ble line was drawn be tween what was good, what just slipped out, and what went wrong.

Oh,

the way she feels a bout me has changed.

(D7sus4)Thanks for play ing, try a gain.

How could (D)I for get?

Ma ma said, “Think be fore speak ing.” No fil ter (D)in my head.

Oh, (Fsus2)what’s a boy to do?

I (Gsus2)guess he bet ter find one.

I’m nev er speak ing up a gain.

It on ly hurts me.

I’d rath er be a mys ter y than she de sert me.

(Gm)Oh, I’m nev er speak ing up a gain,

start ing now,

start ing now.

One more thing.

Why is it my fault?

So may be I (Gsus2)try too hard.

But it’s all be cause of this de sire.

I just wan na be (D5)liked, just (Dmaj7)wan na be fun ny.

Looks like the joke’s on me.

So (Dmaj7)call me Cap tain Back fire.

(Gm7)Oh, I’m nev er speak ing up a (Gm)gain, I’m nev er speak ing up a (Gm69)gain, I’m nev er speak ing up a (Gm11)gain,

start ing now,

start ing now,

ah.

My Stupid Mouth by John Mayer — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “My Stupid Mouth” 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 D at 100 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 "My Stupid Mouth" 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 "My Stupid Mouth"?
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.
How many chords does "My Stupid Mouth" use?
Just 21 chords: A, A7, Bm, Bm7, D, D7, Dmaj7, Dpow, +13 more. Take it one section at a time.
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.