Holy Ground

by Taylor Swift

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Lyrics

I was rem in isc in’ just the oth er day while hav ing cof fee all a lone and Lord, it took me a way, back to a (C)first glance feel ing on New York time, back when you fit my po ems like a per fect rhyme.

(G)Took off fast er than a green light go.

Yeah, you skip the con ver sa tion when you al read y know I left a (Em7)note on the door with a joke we’d made and (C)that was the first day.

And (D)dar ling, (Em)it was (C)good,

(D)nev er (Em)look ing (C)down.

And (D)right there (Em)where we (C)stood

was ho ly ground.

(G)Spin ning like a girl in a brand new dress, we had this big wide cit y all to our selves.

We block the (C)noise with the sound of “I need you.” And for the first time I had some thin’ to lose.

And I (G)guess we fell a part in the us u al way and the sto ry’s got dust on ev er y page.

But some (Em7)times I won der how you think a bout it now.

And I (C)see your face in ev ’ry crowd.

’Cause (D)dar ling, (Em7)it was (C)good,

(D)nev er (Em7)look ing (C)down.

And (D)right there (Em7)where we (C)stood

was ho ly ground.

To night I’m gon na dance

for all that we’ve been through.

But I don’t want to dance

if I’m not danc ing with you.

To night I’m gon na dance

like you were in this room.

But I don’t want to dance

if I’m not danc ing with (D)you.

(Em7)It was (C)good,

(D)nev er (Em7)look ing (C)down.

And (D)right there (Em7)where we (C)stood

was ho ly ground.

To night I’m gon na dance

for all that we’ve been through.

But I don’t want to dance

if I’m not danc ing with you.

To night I’m gon na dance

like you were in this room.

But I don’t want to dance

if I’m not danc ing with (D)you.

(Em7)It was danc ing with you.

Holy Ground by Taylor Swift — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Holy Ground 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 140 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 "Holy Ground" 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 "Holy Ground"?
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.