Is "22" 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 "22"?

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 "22" use?

Just 7 chords: C, Cpow, D, Dpow, Em, G, Gpow. Take it one section at a time.

What other Taylor Swift songs work for kids?

Try "GETAWAY CAR", "THE LAST TIME", "ENCHANTED". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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22

· by Taylor Swift

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Lyrics

(G5)It feels like a per (D5)fect night to dress up like hip (D5)sters and make fun of our ex (D5)es.

Uh uh, (D5)uh uh.

(G5)It feels like a per (D5)fect night for break fast at mid (D5)night, to fall in love with stran (D5)gers.

Uh uh, (D5)uh uh.

(G)Yeah,

we’re (C)hap py, free, con fused and lone (D)ly at the same time.

It’s (C)mis ’ra ble and mag i cal.

(D)Oh, (G)yeah,

to (C)night’s the night when we for get (D)a bout the dead lines.

(D)It’s time.

Oh, oh,

I don’t know a (D)bout you, but I’m feel in’ twen (Em)ty two.

Ev ’ry thing will be (C)al right if you keep me next to you.

You don’t know a (D)bout me, but I’ll bet you want to.

Ev ’ry thing will be (C)al right if we just keep danc in’ like we’re

twen (D)ty two,

twen (Em)ty two.

(G5)It seems like one of (D5)those nights.

This place is too crowd (D5)ed, too man y cool (D5)kids.

Uh uh, (D5)uh uh.

(G5)It seems like one of (D5)those nights we ditch the whole (D5)scene and end up dream (D5)in’ in stead of sleep in’.

(G)Yeah,

we’re (C)hap py, free, con fused and lone (D)ly in the best way.

It’s (C)mis ’ra ble and mag i cal.

(D)Oh, (G)yeah,

to (C)night’s the night when we for get (D)a bout the heart breaks.

(D)It’s time.

Oh, oh,

I don’t know a (D)bout you, but I’m feel in’ twen (Em)ty two.

Ev ’ry thing will be (C)al right if you keep me next to you.

You don’t know a (D)bout me, but I’ll bet you want to.

Ev ’ry thing will be (C)al right if we just keep danc in’ like we’re

twen (D)ty two,

twen (Em)ty two.

(G5)It seems like one of (D5)those nights.

This place is too crowd (D5)ed, too man y cool (D5)kids.

Uh uh, (D5)uh uh.

(G5)It seems like one of (D5)those nights we ditch the whole (D5)scene and end up dream (D5)in’ in stead of sleep in’.

Twen (D)ty two,

twen (Em)ty two.

(G)It feels like one of (D)those nights we ditch the whole scene.

It feels like one of (Em)those nights we won’t be sleep ing.

(G)It feels like one of (D)those nights.

You look like bad news.

I got ta have (Em)you, I got ta have you.

Oh,

oh,

(D)yeah,

(CN.C.)yeah!

I got ta have you.

22 by Taylor Swift — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “22” by Taylor Swift 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 G at 100 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great way to build confidence with upbeat pop rhythm in G major, and the block bass pattern in your left hand keeps things steady so you can focus on locking in the groove. You'll cycle through G, C, D, and Em shapes with a few power chords (Gpow, Cpow, Dpow) mixed in — those two-note power chords should feel like a relief after the fuller triads, so use them as mini reset points for your hand. At 100 BPM the tempo is brisk but not frantic; start at around 70 BPM hands-separate, get your left-hand chord changes smooth first, then layer the right hand in. The trickiest spot for most students is the transition from Em back up to G or C — your fingers will want to rush it, so loop that two-bar switch until it feels automatic. Once you can play the whole progression without looking down, bump the tempo up in small increments. This is the kind of song that really cements your I–V–vi–IV muscle memory, and that pattern will follow you into dozens of other pop tunes.

Frequently asked questions

Is "22" 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 "22"?: 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 "22" use?: Just 7 chords: C, Cpow, D, Dpow, Em, G, Gpow. Take it one section at a time.
What other Taylor Swift songs work for kids?: Try "GETAWAY CAR", "THE LAST TIME", "ENCHANTED". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.