Eyes Open

by Taylor Swift
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Lyrics

The trick y thing is yes ter day we were just child ren play ing sol diers, just pre tend ing, dream ing dreams with hap py end ings.

In back yards, win ning bat tles with our wood en swords, but now we’ve stepped in to a cruel world where ev ’ry bod y stands (C)and keeps score.

Keep (D)your eyes o pen.

(G)Ev ’ry bod y’s wait ing for you to break down.

(D)Ev ’ry bod y’s watch ing to see the fall out.

(Em)E ven when you’re sleep ing, sleep ing, keep your ey eyes o pen.

Keep your ey eyes o pen.

Keep your ey eyes o pen.

Eyes Open β€” Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "Eyes Open" by Taylor Swift: lyrics on screen with the chords above each line and a bouncing ball that lands on every word in time. Sing along, or play along on guitar or piano from the chord chart. Change the key to fit your voice, slow the tempo down. Key of G, 80 BPM.

Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.

About β€œEyes Open”

What key is "Eyes Open" by Taylor Swift played in?
Eyes Open 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 "Eyes Open"?
The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Eyes Open" easy to play on piano?
This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
Can I download sheet music for "Eyes Open"?
Yes β€” registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Eyes Open"?
"Eyes Open" was originally performed by Taylor Swift. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Eyes Open"?
This arrangement uses 4 chords: C, D, Em, G. Only a handful of chords β€” beginner-friendly.
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.
Is there a karaoke version of "Eyes Open" with lyrics?
Yes β€” this is a free karaoke slide for "Eyes Open" by Taylor Swift. The lyrics appear on screen a line at a time and each word lights up exactly when it's sung, with a bouncing ball leading you word to word. A backing plays underneath so you can just sing.
Does it show chords so I can play along on guitar or piano?
It does β€” a chord symbol sits on a thin row just above the lyric it changes on, so the same screen doubles as a lyrics-and-chords chart. Guitarists can strum the changes and pianists can comp while singing; the chords are colour-coded and move with the live transpose if you change key.
Can I change the key of "Eyes Open" to match my voice or capo?
Yes. The original is in G, but the live transpose control shifts the whole song up or down semitones until the melody sits in your range (or maps to an easier guitar shape / capo position) β€” the on-screen chords and the backing move with it.
Can I slow "Eyes Open" down to learn the words and chords?
Yes β€” the tempo control lets you take it as slow as you need while the lyrics still light up in time and the ball keeps you on the beat. Speed it back up once you can sing and play it through.