All You Had To Do Was Stay

by Taylor Swift

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All You Had To Do Was Stay

Very Easy
Taylor Swift90 BPM

Lyrics

(Hey, hey, hey.

Hey, hey, hey.

Hey, hey, hey.

Hey, (C)hey, hey.)

Peo ple like you al ways want (F)back the I love they gave a way.

And peo ple like me ing up want to be lieve you when you (C)say you’ve changed.

The more I think a bout it (F)now, the less I know.

a side.

But All I know me is that you (C)drove us when you off the road.

(Bb)(Stay.) Hey, all you had to do was stay.

Had me in the palm of your (C)hand.

Then why’d you have to go and (Dm)lock me out when I (C)let you in?

(Bb)(Stay.) Hey, now you say you want it back, now that it’s just too (C)late.

Well, it could ’ve been eas y.

All you had to (C)do was stay.

All you had to do was stay.

All you had to do was stay.

All you had to do was stay.

All you had to (C)do was stay.

Here you are now, call ing me (F)up, but I don’t know what to say.

And I’ve been like pick ing up want to the piec es of the (C)mess you made.

Peo ple like you al ways want (F)back the love they pushed a side.

But peo ple like me are gone for (C)ev er when you say good bye.

(Bb)(Stay.) Hey, all you had to do was stay.

Had me in the palm of your (C)hand.

Then why’d you have to go and (Dm)lock me out when I (C)let you in?

(Bb)(Stay.) Hey, now you say you want it back, now that it’s just too (C)late.

Well, it could ’ve been eas y.

All you had to (C)do was stay.

All you had to do was stay.

All you had to do was stay.

All you had to do was stay.

All you had to (C)do was stay.

(Dm)(Stay.

Stay.) Let me re mind you, (Bbmaj7)this

was

(F)what

you want ed.

You (C)end ed it.

(Bbmaj9)You

were

(F)all

I want ed,

but (C)not like this.

Not like this.

Not like this.

Oh, all you had to do was (Bb)stay.

Hey, all you had to do was stay.

Had me in the palm of your (C)hand.

Then why’d you have to go and (Dm)lock me out when I (C)let you in?

(Bb)(Stay.) Hey, now you say you want it back, now that it’s just too (C)late.

Well, it could ’ve been eas y.

All you had to (C)do was stay.

Hey, all you had to do was stay.

Had me in the palm of your (C)hand.

Then why’d you have to go and (Dm)lock me out when I (C)let you in?

(Bb)(Stay.) Hey, now you say you want it back, now that it’s just too (C)late.

Well, it could ’ve been eas y.

All you had to (C)do was stay.

Hey, all you had to do was All you had to (C)do was stay.

All you had to do was stay.

All you had to do was stay.

All you had to do was stay.

All you had to (C)do was stay.

All You Had To Do Was Stay by Taylor Swift — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “All You Had To Do Was Stay” 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 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 "All You Had To Do Was Stay" 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 "All You Had To Do Was Stay"?
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 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.