Traffic In The Sky

by Jack Johnson
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Lyrics

Puz There’s traf fic in the (F#m7)sky and it does n’t seem to be er get ting much (Em7)bet ter.

There’s kids play ing (D)games on the pave ment, draw ing (F#m7)waves on the pave ment, mm, hmm; there’re shad ows of the (Em7)planes on the pave ment, mm, hmm.

It’s e nough to make me (F#m7)cry, but that don’t (C)seem like it would make it feel (Em7)bet ter.

The May be it’s a (D)dream and if I scream, from it would (F#m7)burst at the seams; but whole place would fall in to piec es and then they’d (A)say...

“Well, how could we have (A)known?” I’ll tell them it’s not ly not so hard to (Bm)tell.

No, no, (G)no.

If you keep add ing stones, soon the wa ter (D)will be lost in the (Bm)well.

Mm, hmm.

Words zle piec es in the (F#m7)ground; and it does but no one ev er seems to be (Em7)dig ging.

In stead, look ing (D)up towards the heav ens with their (F#m7)eyes on the heav ens, mm, hmm; there’re shad ows on the (Em7)way to the heav ens, mm, hmm.

It’s e nough to make me (F#m7)cry, but that don’t (C)seem like it would make it feel (Em7)bet ter.

The an swers could be (D)found; and we could learn are dig ging (F#m7)down, at the seams; and no one er seems to be dig ging.

In stead, they’ll (A)say...

“Well, how could we have (A)known?” I’ll tell them it’s not ly not so hard to (Bm)tell.

No, no, (G)no.

If you keep add ing stones, soon the wa ter (D)will be lost in the (Bm)well.

Mm, hmm.

(Bm)well, lost in the (G)well.

Mm,

mm, mm, (D)mm.

Traffic In The Sky — Simple Sheet Music

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"Traffic In The Sky" 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 D, 136 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Traffic In The Sky”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Traffic In The Sky"?
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 "Traffic In The Sky" by Jack Johnson played in?
Traffic In The Sky is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Traffic In The Sky"?
The arrangement plays at 136 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Traffic In The Sky" 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 "Traffic In The Sky"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Traffic In The Sky"?
"Traffic In The Sky" was originally performed by Jack Johnson. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Jack Johnson can I play here?
Try "Monsoon", "Flake", "If I Had Eyes". 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 "Traffic In The Sky". Key of D, 136 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.