Complicated

by Carolyn Dawn Johnson
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Lyrics

I’m so I scared that the way that I feel is (Gmaj7)writ ten all ’lly o ver my face.

an When you walk in to the room,

I (C)wan na find a hid in’ place.

We used to laugh, we used to hug

the (Gmaj7)way that old friends do.

But now a smile and a touch of your hand me from just (C)makes me come un glued.

Such a con tra dic tion.

Do I (C)lie or tell the truth?

But Is it fact I’d or fic tion,

oh the (C)way I feel for you?

It’s so com pli cat ed.

I’m so frus trat ed.

I wan na hold you close, I wan na push you a way, I wan na make you go, I wan na make you stay.

Should I say it?

Should I tell you how I feel?

Oh, (Em)I want you to know,

but (C)then a gain I don’t.

It’s so com pli cat ed.

Just when I think that I’m un der con trol, I (Gmaj7)think I fin ’lly got ver a grip,

an oth er friend in tells me that my (C)name is al ways on your lips.

They say I’m more than just a friend,

they (Gmaj7)say I must be blind.

Well, I ad mit that I’ve seen you your watch me from the (C)cor ner of your eye.

Oh, it’s so con fus ing.

Yeah, I (C)wish you’d just con fess.

But think of what I’d be los ing

if your (C)an swer was n’t yes.

It’s so com pli cat ed.

I’m so frus trat ed.

I wan na hold you close, I wan na push you a way, I wan na make you go, I wan na make you stay.

Should I say it?

Should I tell you how I feel?

Oh, (Em)I want you to know,

but (C)then a gain I don’t.

It’s so com pli cat ed.

(C)then a gain I don’t.

It’s so com pli cat ed.

I (F)hate it,

’cause I’ve (C7)wait ed

so (Eb)long

for (F)some one like (G)you.

Oh, (G7)what do I do?

Oh, should I say it?

Should I tell you how I feel?

Oh, (Em)I want you to know,

but (C)then a gain I don’t.

It’s so com pli cat ed.

It’s so com pli cat ed.

It’s so com pli cat ed,

(G7)oh.

Complicated — Simple Sheet Music

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"Complicated" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of G, 100 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Complicated”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Complicated"?
Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
What key is "Complicated" by Carolyn Dawn Johnson played in?
Complicated 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 "Complicated"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Complicated" 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 "Complicated"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Complicated"?
"Complicated" was originally performed by Carolyn Dawn Johnson. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Complicated"?
This arrangement uses 13 chords: C, C7, Csus4, D, Eb, Em, Em9, F, +5 more.
Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Complicated". Key of G, 100 BPM.
What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.