Picture To Burn

by Taylor Swift

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State the (Am7)ob vi ous, I (C)did n’t get my (D)per fect fan ta (G)sy, I re al (Am7)ize you love your (C)self more than you could (D)ev er love me.

So, go and (Am7)tell your friends that I’m ob (D)ses sive and (G)cra zy.

That’s (Am7)fine, you won’t (C)mind if I (D)say,

by the (C)way, I hate that (G)stu pid old (Am7)pick up truck you (C)nev er let me (D)drive.

You’re a (G)red neck (Am7)heart break who’s (C)real ly bad at (D)ly in’.

So, watch me (Am7)strike a match on all my (D)wast ed time.

As (C)far as I’m con cerned, you’re (D)just an oth er pic ture to burn.

There’s no (Am7)time for tears, I’m just (C)sit tin’ here (D)plan nin’ my re (G)venge.

There’s noth in’ (Am7)stop pin’ me, I’m (C)go in’ out with (D7)all of your best (G)friends.

And if you (Am7)come a round say in’ “sor (D)ry” to me, my (G)dad dy’s gon na (Am7)show you how (C)sor ry you’ll (D)be, ’cause I hate that (G)stu pid old (Am7)pick up truck you (C)nev er let me (D)drive.

You’re a (G)red neck (Am7)heart break who’s (C)real ly bad at (D)ly in’.

So, watch me (Am7)strike a match on all my (D)was ted time.

As (C)far as I’m con cerned, you’re (D)just an oth er pic ture to burn.

And (C)if you’re miss in’ me, you bet ter (D)keep it to your self, ’cause (C)com in’ back a round (G)here would be (G)bad for your health,

’cause I hate that (G)stu pid old (Am7)pick up truck you (C)nev er let me (D)drive.

You’re a (G)red neck (Am7)heart break who’s (C)real ly bad at (D)ly in’.

So, watch me (Am7)strike a match on all my (D)wast ed time.

In (C)case you have n’t heard, I (D)real ly, real ly hate that (G)stu pid old (Am7)pick up truck you (C)nev er let me (D)drive.

You’re a (G)red neck (Am7)heart break who’s (C)real ly bad at (D)ly in’.

So, watch me (Am7)strike a match on all my (D)wast ed time.

As (C)case you have n’t heard, I (D)real ly, real ly hate that (C)far as I’m con cerned, you’re (D)just an oth er pic ture to burn.

(C)Burn, burn, (D)burn, ba by, burn.

You’re (C)just an oth er (D)pic ture to burn.

Let it burn.

Picture To Burn by Taylor Swift — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Picture To Burn” 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 94 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

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 "Picture To Burn" 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 "Picture To Burn"?
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.