Is "I'm Not The Only One" 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'm Not The Only One"?

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.

How many chords does "I'm Not The Only One" use?

Just 6 chords: A, Bb, Bbmaj7, C, Dm, F. Take it one section at a time.

What other Sam Smith songs work for kids?

Try "NO PEACE", "FIRE ON FIRE", "WRITING'S ON THE WALL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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I'm Not The Only One

· by Sam Smith

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Lyrics

(A)1.

and me, we (Dm)made a vow

for (A)bet ter or for (Dm)worse.

I (A)can’t be lieve you (Dm)let me down,

but the proof’s in the way it (F)hurts.

For (A)months on end I’ve (Dm)had my doubts,

de (A)ny ing ev ’ry (Dm)tear.

I (A)wish this would be (Dm)o ver now,

but I know that I still (C)need you kept (F)here.

You (F)say

(A)I’m (Dm)cra zy

’cause (F)you don’t think I (A)know what you’ve done.

But (F)when

you (Dm)call (C)me (Bb)ba by, I (F)know I’m not the (Bb)on ly (F)one.

You’ve (A)been so un a (Dm)vail a ble,

now (A)sad ly I know (Dm)why.

Your (A)heart is un ob (Dm)tain a ble

e ven though Lord I knows (C)need you kept (F)mine.

You (F)say

(A)I’m (Dm)cra zy

’cause (F)you don’t think I (A)know what you’ve done.

But (F)when

you (Dm)call (C)me (Bb)ba by, I (F)know I’m not the (Bb)on ly (F)one.

I have loved you for man (F)y years.

(A)May be I am just not e nough.

You’ve made me real ise my deep (F)est fear.

But (Bb)ly ing and tear ing us up.

You (F)say

(A)I’m (Dm)cra zy

’cause (F)you don’t think I (A)know what you’ve done.

But (F)when

you (Dm)call (C)me (Bb)ba by, I (F)know I’m not the (Bb)on ly (F)one.

You (F)say

(A)I’m (Dm)cra zy

’cause (F)you don’t think I (A)know what you’ve done.

But (F)when

you (Dm)call (C)me (Bb)ba by, I (F)know I’m not the (Bb)on ly (F)one.

You

I (F)know I’m not the (A)on ly one.

And I (F)know, and I know, and I (A)know, and I know, (Dm)and I know, (C)and I know,

I (F)know I’m not the (Bb)on ly (F)one.

I'm Not The Only One by Sam Smith — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I'm Not The Only One” by Sam Smith 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 82 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.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great way to build confidence with an oompah bass pattern — your left hand plays a low root note followed by a higher chord chunk, rocking back and forth steadily at 82 BPM. Start hands-separate and get that left-hand pulse feeling automatic before you layer in the right-hand melody. Most of your chords sit comfortably in B♭ major, but watch the A major chord — it's the one outsider in the set and often catches beginners off guard because your fingers need to briefly leave home-key shapes. The move from B♭ to B♭maj7 is just one note shifting, so lean into that small color change rather than rushing past it. Use gentle sustain pedal, changing it with each new chord to keep the ballad warm without blurring. If any transition feels bumpy, loop just that two-chord switch slowly until it's smooth. This is the piece that'll make oompah bass feel like second nature.

Frequently asked questions

Is "I'm Not The Only One" 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'm Not The Only One"?: 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.
How many chords does "I'm Not The Only One" use?: Just 6 chords: A, Bb, Bbmaj7, C, Dm, F. Take it one section at a time.
What other Sam Smith songs work for kids?: Try "NO PEACE", "FIRE ON FIRE", "WRITING'S ON THE WALL". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.