I Want

· by One Direction

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Lyrics

Give you this, give you that; blow a kiss, take it back.

(F)If I looked in side your brain,

(Am)I would find lots of things: clothes, shoes, dia mond rings, (B)stuff that’s driv ing me in sane.

(Am)You could be pre oc cu pied, dif f’rent date ev ’ry night.

(F)You just got to say the word.

But (Am)you’re not in to them at all; I you just want ma te ri als.

(B)I should know be cause I’ve heard when girls say, (F)(“I want, I want, I want”) but that’s cra (G)zy, (Am)(“I want, I want, I want”) and that’s not me.

(G)(“I want, I want, I want”) to be (G)loved by (Am)you.

(Am)You’ve got ev ’ry thing you need, but you want ces so ries; (F)got to hold it in your hand.

But (Am)If I changed the world for you, I bet you would n’t have a clue.

(B)Don’t you know that I can’t stand when girls say, (F)(“I want, I want, I want”) but that’s cra (G)zy, (Am)(“I want, I want, I want”) and that’s not me.

(G)(“I want, I want, I want”) to be (G)loved by (Am)you.

(Am)you.

Oh, and all the girls say, (Am)you,

be loved by (F)you.

I wan na; I’ll stay (Am)true.

I won der if you (E)knew

what you (Am)put (G)me (F#dim)through.

But (F)you want, you want, you want me to (G)love you, (Am)too.

(F)(“I want, I want, I want”) but that’s cra (G)zy, (Am)(“I want, I want, I want”) and that’s not me.

(G)(“I want, I want, I want”) to be (G)loved by (Am)you.

Oh, and all the girls say, (F)(“I want, I want, I want”) but that’s cra (G)zy, (Am)(“I want, I want, I want”) and that’s not me.

(G)(“I want, I want, I want”) to be (G)loved by (F)you.

want, I want, I want”) and all the girls (G)say, (Am)(“I want, I want, I want”) and that’s cra zy.

(G)(“I want, I want, I want”) to be (G)loved by (Am)you.

I Want by One Direction — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Want” 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 A at 110 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 "I Want" 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 "I Want"?: 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.
What other One Direction songs work for kids?: Try "THEY DON'T KNOW ABOUT US", "DRAG ME DOWN", "OVER AGAIN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.