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(G)One up on a time a few mis takes a go.
(D)I was in your sights, you got me a lone.
You (Em)found me, you found me, you (C)found me, ee, ee, ee, ee.
I (G)guess you did n’t care I guess I liked that.
And (D)when I fell hard.
you took a step back with (Em)out me, with out me, with (C)out me, ee, ee, ee, ee.
And he’s long
(D)gone when he’s next
to (Em)me.
And I re al ize the blame is on me.
’Cause (Em)I knew you were (C)trou ble when you walked in,
so (G)shame on (D)me now.
Flew me to (C)plac es I’ve nev er been
till you (G)put me (D)down.
Oh, (Em)I knew you were (C)trou ble when you walked in,
so (G)shame on (D)me now.
Flew me to (C)plac es I’ve nev er been.
Now I’m (CN.C.)ly ing on the cold, hard (Em)ground.
Oh,
oh,
trou ble, (G)trou ble, (D)trou ble.
Oh,
oh,
trou ble, (CN.C.)trou ble, trou ble.
I Knew You Were Trouble — Simple Sheet Music
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"I Knew You Were Trouble" 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, 152 BPM.
Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.
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About “I Knew You Were Trouble”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I Knew You Were Trouble"?
- 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 "I Knew You Were Trouble" by Taylor Swift played in?
- I Knew You Were Trouble 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 "I Knew You Were Trouble"?
- The arrangement plays at 152 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "I Knew You Were Trouble" 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 "I Knew You Were Trouble"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "I Knew You Were Trouble"?
- "I Knew You Were Trouble" was originally performed by Taylor Swift. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "I Knew You Were Trouble"?
- This arrangement uses 4 chords: C, D, Em, G. Only a handful of chords — 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 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 "I Knew You Were Trouble". Key of G, 152 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.