Is "Bad Blood" 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 "Bad Blood"?

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 "Bad Blood" use?

Just 8 chords: C, D, Dpow, Dsus4, Em, Em7, 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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Bad Blood

· by Taylor Swift

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Lyrics

(CN.C.)’Cause ba by, now we got bad blood.

You know, it used to be mad love.

So take a look what you’ve done,

’cause ba by, now we got bad blood.

Hey!

Now we got prob lems,

and I don’t think we can solve them.

You made a real ly deep cut,

and ba by, now we got bad blood.

Hey!

blood.

Hey!

(C)Did you have to do this?

(Dsus)I was think ing (Em7)that you could be trust ed.

(C)Did you have to ru in (Em7)what was of shin y?

And now it’s all rust ed.

(C)Did you have to hit me (Dsus)where I’m weak, ba (Em7)by, I could n’t breathe, and (C)rub it in but so deep?

So (Em7)Salt you’re in the wound like you’re laugh ing right at me.

Oh,

it’s so sad to

think a bout the good times,

you and I.

’Cause ba by, now we got bad blood.

You know it used to be mad love.

So take a look what you’ve done,

’cause ba by, now we got bad blood.

Hey!

(C)Now we got prob lems,

and I don’t (D)think we can solve them.

You made a (C)real ly deep cut,

and ba by, (D)now we got bad blood.

Hey!

(C)Did you think we’d be fine?

(Dsus)Still got scars on (Em7)my back from your knife.

So (C)don’t think it’s in the past; (Em7)these was of wounds, they And last and they last, now.

(C)Did you think it all through?

(Dsus)All these things will (Em7)by, catch up to you.

And (C)time can in but this won’t.

So (Em7)Salt you’re com ing my way, you’re laugh ing just don’t.

me.

Oh,

its’s so sad to

think a bout the good times,

you and I.

’Cause ba by, now we got bad blood.

You know it used to be mad love.

So take a look what you’ve done,

’cause ba by, now we got bad blood.

Hey!

(C)Now we got prob lems,

and I don’t (D)think we can solve them.

You made a (C)real ly deep cut,

and ba by, (D)now we got bad blood.

Hey!

blood.

Hey!

(C)Band aids don’t (G)fix bul let holes.

(Dsus)You say sor (Em)ry just for show.

If you (C)live like that, you live with ghosts.

(C)Band aids don’t (G)fix bul let holes.

(Dsus)You say sor (Em)ry just for show.

If you (C)live like that, you live with ghosts.

Mm,

if you love like that, (CN.C.)blood runs ’Cause cold.

by, now we got bad blood.

You know it (D)used to be mad love.

So take a (C)look what you’ve done,

’cause ba by, (D)now we got bad blood.

(C)Now we got prob lems,

and I don’t (D)think we can solve ’em.

You made a (C)real ly deep cut,

and ba by, (D)now we got bad blood.

’Cause ba by, now we got bad blood.

You know it (D)used to be mad love.

So take a (C)look what you’ve done,

’cause ba by, (D)now we got bad blood.

(C)Now we got prob lems,

and I don’t (D)think we can solve ’em.

You made a (C)real ly deep cut,

and ba by, (D)now we got bad blood.

’Cause ba by, (CN.C.)now we got bad blood.

Hey!

Bad Blood by Taylor Swift — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Bad Blood” 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 120 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 "Bad Blood" 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 "Bad Blood"?: 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 "Bad Blood" use?: Just 8 chords: C, D, Dpow, Dsus4, Em, Em7, 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.