Don't Forget Where You Belong

by One Direction

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Don't Forget Where You Belong

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One Direction92 BPM

Lyrics

Been a lot of (G5)plac es.

I’ve been all a (G)round the (Gsus4)world.

Seen a lot of (G5)fac es.

Nev er know ing (G)where I (Gsus4)was.

On the ho ri zon.

Mm, well, I (G)know, I know, I (Gsus4)know, I know the sun will be ris ing

back home.

Liv ing out of (G5)ca ses.

Pack ing up and (G)tak ing (Gsus4)off.

I’m Made a lot of (G5)chan ges

but not for get ting (G)who I (Gsus4)was.

I On the ho ri zon.

Oh, well, I (G)know, I know, I (Gsus4)know, I know the moon will be ris ing No, I back home.

Don’t for get where you be (G)long.

(Csus2)Home.

Don’t for get where you be (G)long.

(Csus2)Home.

If you ev er feel a (Em)lone,

(D)don’t.

You are nev er on your (C)own.

And the proof is in this song.

I’ve been a way for (G5)a ges

I got ev ’ry (G)thing I (Gsus4)need.

I’m flick ing through the (G5)pa ges

I’ve writ ten in my (G)mem o (Gsus4)ry.

I feel like I’m dream ing.

Oh, so I (G)know, I know, I (Gsus4)know, I know that I’m nev er leav ing.

No, I won’t go.

Don’t for get where you be (G)long.

(Csus2)Home.

Don’t for get where you be (G)long.

(Csus2)Home.

If you ev er feel a (Em)lone,

(D)don’t.

You are nev er on your (C)own.

And the proof is in this song.

I’ve been a way for Lights off when they should be on.

E ven stars in the skies look wrong.

Short days when the nights are long.

When I think of the things I’ve done, don’t mat ter how far I’ve gone, I’m al ways feel ing like (C)home.

Don’t for get where you be (G)long.

(Csus2)Home.

Don’t for get where you be (G)long.

(Csus2)Home.

If you ev er feel a (Em)lone,

(D)don’t.

You are nev er on your (Csus2)own.

Nev er, (CN.C.)nev er.

Don’t for get where you be

(Gmaj7)Home.

Don’t for get it.

(Csus2)Home.

If you ev er feel a (Em)lone,

(D)don’t.

You are nev er on your (C)own.

And the proof is in this song.

Nev er for get it.

This song.

Don’t for get (G)it.

No, I nev er for get (Gsus4)it.

This song.

You were nev er...

Don't Forget Where You Belong by One Direction — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Don't Forget Where You Belong” by One Direction in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of G at 92 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Don't Forget Where You Belong" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Don't Forget Where You Belong"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.