Comfortable

by John Mayer
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Lyrics

(F)I just re mem bered that (Bbm6)time at the mar ket; (Dm7)snuck up be hind me and (Cm7)jumped on my (F7)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 in to a (Cm7)rack full of (F7)mag a (Bb)zines.

They (C)asked (Dm)us

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

(Bb)Can’t re (C7)mem ber what went (Bb)wrong last Sep (C7)tem ber, though I’m (Bb)sure you’d re (C7)mind me if you (B)had to.

Our love was

com fort ’ble and

so bro ken (Csus4)in.

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

My (Dm7)friends all ap prove, say, “She’s (Cm7)gon na be (F7)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 (Cm7)not use pro (F7)fan i (Bb)ty.

Your (C)mouth (Dm)was

so (C)dirt (Dm)y.

(Bb)Life of the (C7)par ty, and she (Bb)swears that she’s (C7)art sy, but (Bb)you could dis (C7)tin guish Miles from (B)Col trane.

Our love was

com fort ’ble and

so bro ken (Csus4)in.

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 aren’t be ing (F7)tak en.

I (C)loved (Dm)you;

gray (C)sweat (Dm)pants,

no (C)make (Dm)up,

(C)so per (C7)fect.

I (Cm7)want you (Dm7)back.

Comfortable — Simple Sheet Music

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"Comfortable" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of Bb, 120 BPM.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a fantastic workout for navigating jazzy chord colors in a pop context — you'll cycle through eighteen distinct chords, including major sevenths, minor sevenths, and a Gdim7 that loves to sneak up on you.

Your left hand needs to stay relaxed through the mixed bass pattern; don't lock your wrist when jumping between the Bbmaj7 and Abmaj7 shapes, since that stretch trips up almost everyone the first few times.

Start hands-separate at around 80 BPM and really drill the Cm7–F7–Bbmaj7 progression until the voice-leading feels automatic in your fingers.

Watch the Bbm6 — it's a brief but expressive moment, and rushing past it kills the playful mood.

Once transitions feel smooth, bring the tempo up gradually to 120.

This is the piece that'll build your confidence with seventh-chord vocabulary, so lean into those rich sounds and let them ring.

About “Comfortable”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Comfortable"?
Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
What key is "Comfortable" by John Mayer played in?
Comfortable is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Comfortable"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Comfortable" 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 "Comfortable"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Comfortable"?
"Comfortable" was originally performed by John Mayer. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Comfortable"?
This arrangement uses 18 chords: Abmaj7, Bb, Bb6, Bbm6, Bbmaj7, Bm7, C, C7, +10 more.
What other songs by John Mayer can I play here?
Try "Something's Missing", "Clarity", "Friends, Lovers or Nothing". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Comfortable". Key of Bb, 120 BPM.
What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.