Lyrics
I used to think one this (D)day we’d tell the sto ry of (C)us, how we met and the sparks to flew in stant ly.
And And peo ple would say they’re the luck y ones.
I’m I used to know my (D)place I’ll was the spot next to you.
How Now I’m search ing the room for an emp ty seat, ’cause late ly I don’t e ven (D)know what you page you’re on.
(C)me.
(D)Oh, a sim ple com pli (G)ca tion, mis com mun i (C)ca tions lead to (G)fall out.
I’d (C)So man y things that I I wish you knew, (D)so man y walls up, I can’t break through.
Now I’m stand ing a lone in a crowd ed room and we’re not (Csus2)speak ing.
And I’m dy ing to know, is it kill ing you like it’s kill ing (Csus2)me?
Yeah.
I don’t know what to (D)say since the twist of (G)fate, when it all broke (C)down.
And the (Em)sto ry of us looks a (D)lot like a trag e dy (C)now.
Next chap ter.
I How’d we end up this (D)way?
we’d See me nerv ous ly (C)pull ing at my clothes and try’n’ to look bus y.
ly.
And you’re do ing your best to a void y me.
I’m start ing to think one (D)day I’ll tell the sto ry of us.
How I was los ing my mind when I saw you here, ’cause but you held don’t your ven (D)pride like you should ’ve held (C)me.
(D)Oh, I’m scared to see the (G)end ing.
Why are we pre (C)tend ing this is (G)noth ing?
I’d (C)tell you I miss you but I don’t know how.
(D)I nev er heard si lence quite this loud.
Now I’m stand ing a lone in a crowd ed room and we’re not (Csus2)speak ing.
And I’m dy ing to know, is it kill ing you like it’s kill ing (Csus2)me?
Yeah.
I don’t know what to (D)say since the twist of (G)fate, when it all broke (C)down.
And the (Em)sto ry of us looks a (D)lot like a trag e dy (C)now.
Next chap ter.
This is look ing like a con test
of who can act like they care less.
But (Em)I liked it bet ter when (D)you were on my (C)side.
The bat tle’s in your hands now.
But I would lay my ar mor down if (Em)you said you’d (D)rath er love than (C)fight.
(C)So man y things that you wish I knew.
But the (D)sto ry of us might be end ing soon.
(C)now.
Now, now.
The end.
The Story Of Us — Simple Sheet Music
"The Story Of Us" 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, 140 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “The Story Of Us”
- What key is "The Story Of Us" by Taylor Swift played in?
- The Story Of Us 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 "The Story Of Us"?
- The arrangement plays at 140 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "The Story Of Us" easy to play on piano?
- Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
- Can I download sheet music for "The Story Of Us"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "The Story Of Us"?
- "The Story Of Us" was originally performed by Taylor Swift. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- 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.