I Want To Write You A Song

· by One Direction

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Lyrics

(F)I want to write you a (Bb)song,

(F)one as beau ti ful as you are (Bb)sweet,

with (Bb)just a hint of (F)pain for the (C)feel ing that I (F)get when (C)you are (Dm)gone.

(Bb)I want to (Csus)write you a (F)song.

(F)I want to lend you my (Bb)coat,

(F)one that’s as soft as as your (Bb)cheek.

So, (Bb)when the world is (F)cold, you will (C)have a hid ing (F)place you (C)you can (Dm)go.

(Bb)I want to (Csus)lend you my (F)coat.

(Bb)Ooh,

(Dm)ev ’ry thing I need I get from (Bb)you.

(Bb)Ooh,

and (Dm)giv in’ back is all I want to (Bb)do.

(F)I want to build you a (Bb)boat,

(F)one that’s as strong as you are (Bb)free,

so (Bb)an y time you (F)think that your (C)heart is gon na (F)sink, you (C)know it (Dm)won’t.

(Bb)I want to (Csus)build you a (F)boat.

(Bb)Ooh,

(Dm)ev ’ry thing I need I get from (Bb)you.

(Bb)Ooh,

and (Dm)giv in’ back is all I want to (Bb)do.

(Bb)do,

(Fm)ooh.

(Dm)song.

(C)I want to write you a (F)song.

I Want To Write You A Song by One Direction — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Want To Write You A Song” 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 Bb at 96 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 To Write You A Song" 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 To Write You A Song"?: 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.