Teardrops On My Guitar

by Taylor Swift

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Drew

(Dm)looks at

(Bb)me.

I (C)fake a smile so he won’t (F)see that I he (Dm)want and I’m (Bb)need in’ the kind of (C7)ev ’ry thing that we should (Dm)be.

I’ll bet she’s beau ti ful, that girl he talks a bout.

And she’s got ev ’ry thing that (C)I have to live with out.

Drew (Dm)talks

to (Bb)me.

I (C)laugh ’cause it’s so damn fun (F)ny and I he (Dm)can’t e ven (Bb)see

ly, the kind of (C7)an y one when he’s with (Dm)me.

He says he’s so in love; he’s fi n’lly got it right.

I won der if he knows he’s (C)I have to live with out.

(C)all I think a bout at night.

He’s the rea son for the (C)tear drops on my gui tar, the on ly thing that keeps me (Bb)wish in’ on a wish in’ star.

He’s the song in the car I keep sing in’.

Don’t know (Dm)why

I do.

So, I drive home a lone.

As I turn off the light, I’ll put his pic ture down and (C)may be get some sleep to night.

’Cause he’s the rea son for the (C)tear drops on my gui tar, the on ly one who’s got e (Bb)nough of me to break my heart.

He’s the song in the car.

I keep sing in’.

Don’t know (Dm)why

I do.

He’s the time tak en up, but there’s nev er e nough and he’s all that I need to fall (Bb)in to.

Drew

(Dm)looks at

(Bb)me.

I

(C)fake a smile so he won’t (F)see.

Teardrops On My Guitar by Taylor Swift — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Teardrops On My Guitar” 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 Bb at 100 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is "Teardrops On My Guitar" 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 "Teardrops On My Guitar"?
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.