Complicated

by Carolyn Dawn Johnson

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I’m so I scared that the way that I feel is (Gmaj7)writ ten all ’lly o ver my face.

an When you walk in to the room,

I (C)wan na find a hid in’ place.

We used to laugh, we used to hug

the (Gmaj7)way that old friends do.

But now a smile and a touch of your hand me from just (C)makes me come un glued.

Such a con tra dic tion.

Do I (C)lie or tell the truth?

But Is it fact I’d or fic tion,

oh the (C)way I feel for you?

It’s so com pli cat ed.

I’m so frus trat ed.

I wan na hold you close, I wan na push you a way, I wan na make you go, I wan na make you stay.

Should I say it?

Should I tell you how I feel?

Oh, (Em)I want you to know,

but (C)then a gain I don’t.

It’s so com pli cat ed.

Just when I think that I’m un der con trol, I (Gmaj7)think I fin ’lly got ver a grip,

an oth er friend in tells me that my (C)name is al ways on your lips.

They say I’m more than just a friend,

they (Gmaj7)say I must be blind.

Well, I ad mit that I’ve seen you your watch me from the (C)cor ner of your eye.

Oh, it’s so con fus ing.

Yeah, I (C)wish you’d just con fess.

But think of what I’d be los ing

if your (C)an swer was n’t yes.

It’s so com pli cat ed.

I’m so frus trat ed.

I wan na hold you close, I wan na push you a way, I wan na make you go, I wan na make you stay.

Should I say it?

Should I tell you how I feel?

Oh, (Em)I want you to know,

but (C)then a gain I don’t.

It’s so com pli cat ed.

(C)then a gain I don’t.

It’s so com pli cat ed.

I (F)hate it,

’cause I’ve (C7)wait ed

so (Eb)long

for (F)some one like (G)you.

Oh, (G7)what do I do?

Oh, should I say it?

Should I tell you how I feel?

Oh, (Em)I want you to know,

but (C)then a gain I don’t.

It’s so com pli cat ed.

It’s so com pli cat ed.

It’s so com pli cat ed,

(G7)oh.

Complicated by Carolyn Dawn Johnson — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Complicated by Carolyn Dawn Johnson 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.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Complicated" 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 "Complicated"?
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 "Complicated" use?
Just 13 chords: C, C7, Csus4, D, Eb, Em, Em9, F, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.