Other arrangements of Red
Pick a learning view.
Lov ing him is like (A)driv ing a new Ma se ra (C#m)ti down a dead end street.
(A)Fast er than the wind, pas sion (C#m)ate as sin, end ing so (B)sud den ly.
Lov ing him is like (A)try’n’ to change your mind once you’re (C#m)al read y fly’n’ through the free fall,
like the (A)col ors in au tumn so bright, just be fore they lose it all.
Los ing him was (A)blue like I’d nev er known.
Miss ing him was (B)dark gray, all a lone.
For get ting him was (A)like try’n’ to know some bod y you nev er met.
But lov ing him was (A)red.
Lov ing him was (A)red.
Touch ing him was like (A)re al iz ing all you ev er (C#m)want ed was right there in front (B)of you.
Mem o riz ing him was as (A)eas y as know’n’ all the words to your old fa v’rite (B)song.
Fight ing with him was like (A)try’n’ to solve a cross word and re (C#m)al iz in’ there’s no right an swer.
Re gret ting him was like (A)wish ing you nev er found out that love could be that strong.
Los ing him was (A)blue, like I’d nev er known.
Miss ing him was (B)dark gray, all a lone.
For get ting him was (A)like try’n’ to know some bod y you’ve nev er met.
But lov ing him was (A)red,
oh, red,
burn in’ red.
Re mem ber ing him comes in (A)flash backs and ech oes.
Tell my self it’s (C#m)time now, got ta let go.
But (E)mov ing on from (A)him is im pos si ble when (E)I still see it all in my head
in burn ing red.
Burn ing, it was (A)red.
Oh, los ing him was (A)blue, like I’d nev er known.
Miss ing him was (B)dark gray, all a lone.
For get ting him was (A)like try’n to know some bod y you’ve nev er met.
’Cause lov ing him was (A)red,
yeah, yeah, red.
A burn in’ red.
And that’s (A)why he’s spin nin’ ’round in my head.
(B)Comes back to me burn in’ red.
Yeah, yeah.
His love is like (A)driv ing a new Ma se ra (C#m)ti down a dead end street.
Red — Simple Sheet Music
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"Red" 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 E, 130 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “Red”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Red"?
- 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 "Red" by Taylor Swift played in?
- Red is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Red"?
- The arrangement plays at 130 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Red" 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 "Red"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Red"?
- "Red" was originally performed by Taylor Swift. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Red"?
- This arrangement uses 4 chords: A, B, C#m, E. 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 "Red". Key of E, 130 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.