The Best Day

· by Taylor Swift

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Lyrics

I’m five years (Em)old, it’s get ing (C)cold, I’ve got my (D)big coat on.

You I hear your (Em)laugh and look the up (C)smil in’ at you.

I (D)run and run me.

past the pump kin (Em)patch and the trac tor (C)rides.

Look now, far the (D)sky is gold.

And I hug smart your (Em)legs and fall ti a (C)sleep for got ten on (D)the way home.

I don’t know why all the na (D)trees change in the (Em)fall.

But I know you’re (D)laugh not scared of (D)an y thing I at (Em)all.

Don’t know if (D)Snow White’s house is (D)near or far a way.

But I know I had the (C)best day with (D)you

to (G)day.

I’m thir teen (Em)now and don’t know (C)how my friends could (D)be so mean.

You I come home (Em)cry in’ and the you (C)hold me tight you’re and (D)grab the keys.

me.

And we drive and (Em)drive un the til we (C)found a town and e (D)nough a way.

And we talk smart and (Em)win dow shop ti till (C)I’ve dy in ten the (D)all their names.

I don’t know who I’m gon na (D)talk to now at (Em)school.

I I know I’m (D)on in’ on the (D)car ride home I with (Em)you.

Don’t know how (D)long it’s gon na (D)take to feel o kay.

But I know I had the (C)best day with (D)you

to (G)day.

(G)day.

I have an ex cel lent fa ther, his strength is mak in’ me strong er.

God smiles on my lit tle broth er.

(Em)In side and out he’s (D)bet ter than I am.

I grew up in a pret ty (G)house and I had (D)space to run.

And (C)I

had

the (D)best days with you.

(Em)wrong.

And I (C)love you for giv in’ (D)me your eyes,

stay in’ back and (Em)watch in’ me shine.

And I did n’t know if you (D)knew,

so I’m (D)tak in’ this chance to (Em)say that I had the (C)best day with (D)you

to (G)day.

The Best Day by Taylor Swift — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Best Day” 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 116 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 "The Best Day" 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 "The Best Day"?: 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.