Can I play "22" without reading sheet music?

Yes — Easy Notes mode prints the letter name (C, D, E…) directly on each note in big color-coded labels, so you can match colors to your keyboard without any traditional notation. The whole arrangement of "22" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.

What key is "22" by Taylor Swift played in?

22 is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.

What's the tempo (BPM) of "22"?

The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.

Is "22" easy to play on piano?

This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.

Can I download sheet music for "22"?

Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.

"22" was originally performed by Taylor Swift. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.

What chords are used in "22"?

This arrangement uses 7 chords: C, Cpow, D, Dpow, Em, G, Gpow.

What other songs by Taylor Swift can I play here?

Try "GETAWAY CAR", "THE LAST TIME", "ENCHANTED". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

Can a complete beginner play "22"?

Absolutely! The Beginner mode shows large color-coded notes with letter names (C, D, E...). Just match the colors to your keyboard — no music reading needed. "22" is simplified for beginners.

Do I need to read music to play "22"?

No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "22" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.

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Sheet Music Bar Notation Simple Sheet Lead Sheet Easy Notes Falling Notes

Lyrics

(G5)It feels like a per (D5)fect night to dress up like hip (D5)sters and make fun of our ex (D5)es.

Uh uh, (D5)uh uh.

(G5)It feels like a per (D5)fect night for break fast at mid (D5)night, to fall in love with stran (D5)gers.

Uh uh, (D5)uh uh.

(G)Yeah,

we’re (C)hap py, free, con fused and lone (D)ly at the same time.

It’s (C)mis ’ra ble and mag i cal.

(D)Oh, (G)yeah,

to (C)night’s the night when we for get (D)a bout the dead lines.

(D)It’s time.

Oh, oh,

I don’t know a (D)bout you, but I’m feel in’ twen (Em)ty two.

Ev ’ry thing will be (C)al right if you keep me next to you.

You don’t know a (D)bout me, but I’ll bet you want to.

Ev ’ry thing will be (C)al right if we just keep danc in’ like we’re

twen (D)ty two,

twen (Em)ty two.

(G5)It seems like one of (D5)those nights.

This place is too crowd (D5)ed, too man y cool (D5)kids.

Uh uh, (D5)uh uh.

(G5)It seems like one of (D5)those nights we ditch the whole (D5)scene and end up dream (D5)in’ in stead of sleep in’.

(G)Yeah,

we’re (C)hap py, free, con fused and lone (D)ly in the best way.

It’s (C)mis ’ra ble and mag i cal.

(D)Oh, (G)yeah,

to (C)night’s the night when we for get (D)a bout the heart breaks.

(D)It’s time.

Oh, oh,

I don’t know a (D)bout you, but I’m feel in’ twen (Em)ty two.

Ev ’ry thing will be (C)al right if you keep me next to you.

You don’t know a (D)bout me, but I’ll bet you want to.

Ev ’ry thing will be (C)al right if we just keep danc in’ like we’re

twen (D)ty two,

twen (Em)ty two.

(G5)It seems like one of (D5)those nights.

This place is too crowd (D5)ed, too man y cool (D5)kids.

Uh uh, (D5)uh uh.

(G5)It seems like one of (D5)those nights we ditch the whole (D5)scene and end up dream (D5)in’ in stead of sleep in’.

Twen (D)ty two,

twen (Em)ty two.

(G)It feels like one of (D)those nights we ditch the whole scene.

It feels like one of (Em)those nights we won’t be sleep ing.

(G)It feels like one of (D)those nights.

You look like bad news.

I got ta have (Em)you, I got ta have you.

Oh,

oh,

(D)yeah,

(CN.C.)yeah!

I got ta have you.

22 — Easy Piano Notes for Beginners

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Learn "22" on piano with easy notes — perfect for absolute beginners. Large color-coded note names show exactly which keys to press. No music reading required. Key of G, 100 BPM.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great way to build confidence with upbeat pop rhythm in G major, and the block bass pattern in your left hand keeps things steady so you can focus on locking in the groove.

You'll cycle through G, C, D, and Em shapes with a few power chords (Gpow, Cpow, Dpow) mixed in — those two-note power chords should feel like a relief after the fuller triads, so use them as mini reset points for your hand.

At 100 BPM the tempo is brisk but not frantic; start at around 70 BPM hands-separate, get your left-hand chord changes smooth first, then layer the right hand in.

The trickiest spot for most students is the transition from Em back up to G or C — your fingers will want to rush it, so loop that two-bar switch until it feels automatic.

Once you can play the whole progression without looking down, bump the tempo up in small increments.

This is the kind of song that really cements your I–V–vi–IV muscle memory, and that pattern will follow you into dozens of other pop tunes.

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About “22”

Can I play "22" without reading sheet music?: Yes — Easy Notes mode prints the letter name (C, D, E…) directly on each note in big color-coded labels, so you can match colors to your keyboard without any traditional notation. The whole arrangement of "22" is playable in minutes, even for first-time players.
What key is "22" by Taylor Swift played in?: 22 is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "22"?: The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "22" easy to play on piano?: This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "22"?: Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "22"?: "22" was originally performed by Taylor Swift. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "22"?: This arrangement uses 7 chords: C, Cpow, D, Dpow, Em, G, Gpow.
What other songs by Taylor Swift can I play here?: Try "GETAWAY CAR", "THE LAST TIME", "ENCHANTED". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Can a complete beginner play "22"?: Absolutely! The Beginner mode shows large color-coded notes with letter names (C, D, E...). Just match the colors to your keyboard — no music reading needed. "22" is simplified for beginners.
Do I need to read music to play "22"?: No! Our Beginner mode replaces traditional notation with color-coded letter names. Each note shows exactly which key to press. You can start playing "22" in minutes, even if you've never touched a piano before.