Liability

by Lorde
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Lyrics

Ba by real ly (G)hurt me, cry ing in the (Bm)tax i.

He don’t wan na (Em)know me, says he made the big mis (D)take of danc ing in my (C)storm,

says it was (Am)poi

(D)son.

So I guess I’ll go (G)home, in to the (Bm)arms of the girl that I (Em)love, the on ly love I (D)have n’t screwed up.

She’s so hard to (Em)please, but she’s a (Am)for est fire.

I do my (G)best to meet her de mands, (Bm)play at ro mance, we slow (Em)dance in the liv ing room, but (D)all that a stran ger would (C)see is one (Em)girl sway ing a (Am)lone, strok ing her (D)cheek.

They (G)say,

“You’re a (Bm)lit tle much for (Em)me,

you’re a (D)li a bil i (C)ty.

You’re a (Em)lit tle much for (Am)me.”

So they pull (G)back, make oth er (Bm)plans.

I un der (Em)stand;

I’m a (D)li a bil i (C)ty;

get you (Em)wild, make you (Am)leave.

I’m a (D)lit tle much for (Em)eh, ah na na na, (D)ev

’ry (C)one.

The truth (G)is, I am a (Bm)toy that peo ple en (Em)joy till all of the (D)tricks don’t work an y (C)more,

and then they are (Am)bored

of (D)me.

I know that it’s ex (G)cit ing run ning through the (Bm)night, but ev ’ry per fect (Em)sum mer’s eat ing me a (D)live un til you’re (C)gone.

Bet ter (Am)on

my (D)own.

They (C)one.

They’re gon na (Em)watch me dis ap (D)pear in to the (C)sun.

You’re all gon na (Em)watch me dis ap (D)pear in to the (C)sun.

Liability — Simple Sheet Music

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"Liability" 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, 70 BPM.

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

About “Liability”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Liability"?
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 "Liability" by Lorde played in?
Liability 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 "Liability"?
The arrangement plays at 70 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Liability" 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 "Liability"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Liability"?
"Liability" was originally performed by Lorde. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Lorde can I play here?
Try "A WORLD ALONE", "GREEN LIGHT", "BUZZCUT SEASON". 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 "Liability". Key of G, 70 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.