Hey Stephen

by Taylor Swift
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Lyrics

(G)Mm,

(G)mm.

(G)Mm,

(G)mm,

mm.

Hey, Steph en, I know (Csus2)looks can be de ceiv in’, but I (G)know I saw a light in you.

And as we walked we were (Csus2)talk in’, I did n’t say no (G)half the things I want ed to.

Of all the girls toss in’ (Csus2)rocks at your win my dow, I’ll be the one wait in’ (Csus2)there e ven when it’s cold.

Hey, Steph en, boy, you (Csus2)might have me be liev in’ I don’t (G)al ways have to be a lone.

’Cause I can’t help it if you (Csus2)look like an an gel.

Can’t help it if I wan na (Csus2)kiss you in the rain.

So, come feel this mag ic I’ve been (D)feel in’ since I met you.

Can’t (G)help it if there’s no one else.

Mm, I (CN.C.)can’t help my self,

mm, mm.

(G)Mm.

Hey, Steph en, I’ve been (Csus2)hold in’ back this feel in’, so I’ve (G)got some things to say to you.

I seen it all, so I (Csus2)thought, but I nev er seen no (G)bod y shine the way you do.

The way you walk, way you (Csus2)talk, way you say my name, it’s beau ti ful, won der (Csus2)ful, don’t you ev er change.

Hey, Steph en, why are (Csus2)peo ple al ways leav in’?

I think (G)you and I should stay the same.

’Cause I can’t help it if you (Csus2)look like an an gel.

Can’t help it if I wan na (Csus2)kiss you in the rain.

So, come feel this mag ic I’ve been (D)feel in’ since I met you.

Can’t (G)help it if there’s no one else.

Mm, I (CN.C.)can’t help my self,

mm, mm.

(G)Mm.

They’re dim min’ the street lights, you’re per fect for me.

Why aren’t you here to night?

I’m wait in’ a lone now, so come on and come out and pull me near.

Shine, (G)shine, shine.

Hey, Steph en, I could (Csus2)give you fif ty rea sons why I should be the one you choose.

All those oth er girls, well, they’re beau ti ful, but (G)would they write a song for you?

Mm, I can’t help my self

if you (Csus2)look like an an gel.

Can’t help it if I wan na (Csus2)kiss you in the rain.

So, come feel this mag ic I’ve been (D)feel in’ since I met you.

Can’t (G)help it if there’s no one else.

Mm, I (CN.C.)can’t help my self,

mm, mm,

my self.

(G)Mm,

(G)mm.

(G)Mm,

(G)mm.

mm, mm.

Hey Stephen — Falling Notes Piano Tutorial

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Watch "Hey Stephen" by Taylor Swift in falling notes style — like Synthesia. Color-coded notes fall onto the keyboard in real time. Practice left hand, right hand, or both. Key of G, 120 BPM.

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

About “Hey Stephen”

Can I learn "Hey Stephen" with falling notes like Synthesia?
Yes — Falling Notes mode shows colored note shapes dropping onto a virtual keyboard, the same visual style as Synthesia or piano-tile games. Each note's column matches the piano key you press. Works for "Hey Stephen" with hands-separate practice in G at 120 BPM.
What key is "Hey Stephen" by Taylor Swift played in?
Hey Stephen 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 "Hey Stephen"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Hey Stephen" 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 "Hey Stephen"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Hey Stephen"?
"Hey Stephen" was originally performed by Taylor Swift. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Hey Stephen"?
This arrangement uses 5 chords: C, Csus2, D, Em7, G.
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 I practice left and right hand separately for "Hey Stephen"?
Yes! Our Top Down mode lets you isolate the left hand (bass clef), right hand (treble clef), or play both together. This makes it easy to master "Hey Stephen" one hand at a time before combining them.
What is falling notes style for "Hey Stephen"?
Falling notes (also known as Synthesia or piano waterfall) shows color-coded rectangles falling from the top of the screen onto a virtual keyboard. Each note's position matches the piano key you need to press. "Hey Stephen" is in the key of G at 120 BPM.