Getaway Car

by Taylor Swift

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(CN.C.)(No, noth ing good starts in a get a way car.) It was the best of times, the worst of crimes; I (G)struck a match and blew your mind.

But I did n’t mean it,

and you did n’t see it.

The (C)ties were black the lies were white, in (G)shades of gray and can dle light.

I want ed to leave him;

I need ed a rea son.

‘X’ marks the spot where we fell a part.

He poi soned the well; I was ly ing to my self.

I knew it from the first Old Fash ioned we were cursed.

We (F)nev er had a shot gun shot in the dark.

You were driv ing a get a way car.

We were fly ing, but we’d nev er get far.

Don’t pre tend it’s such a mys ter y; think a bout the place where you first met me: rid ing in a get a way car.

There were si rens in the beat of your heart.

Should ’ve known I’d be the first to leave; think a bout the place where you first met me:

in a get a way car.

(Ah.)

No, they nev er get far.

(Ah.)

No, noth ing good starts in a get a way car.

It was the great es cape, the pris on break; the (G)light of free dom on my face.

But you were n’t think ing,

and I was just drink ing.

Well, (C)he was run ning af ter us; I was scream ing, “Go go (G)go!” But with three of us, hon ey, it’s a side show.

And the cir cus ain’t a love sto ry; and now we’re (F)both sor ry.

(We’re both sor ry.) ‘X’ get a way car.

We were jet set (A)Bon nie and Clyde, (Oh.)

un til I switched to the oth er side, to the oth er si i i i ide.

It’s no sur prise I (A)turned you in, (Oh.)

’cause us trai tors (Gm)nev er win.

I’m in a get a way car.

I left you in the mo tel bar.

I put the (Em)mon ey in a bag and I stole the keys.

That was the last time you ev er saw me: driv ing the get a way car.

We were fly ing, but we’d nev er get far.

(Don’t pre tend.) Don’t pre tend it’s such a mys ter y; think a bout the place where you first met me: rid ing in a get a way car.

There were si rens in the beat of your heart.

(Should have known.) Should have known I’d be the first to leave; think a bout the place where you first met me: rid ing in a get first met me:

in a get a way car.

(Ah.)

No, they nev er get far.

(Ah.)

No, noth ing good starts in a get a way car.

I was rid ing in a get a way car.

I was cry ing in a get a way car, I was dy ing in a get a way car, said, “good (G)bye” in a get a way car.

Rid ing in a get a way car.

I was cry ing in a get a way car.

I was dy ing in a get a way car, said, “good (G)bye” in a get a way

car.

Getaway Car by Taylor Swift — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Getaway Car 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 C at 160 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 "Getaway Car" 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 "Getaway Car"?
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.