Last Christmas

by Wham!

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(Cmaj9)Last (C6)Christ mas I (Cmaj9)gave you my (C6)heart, but the (Em7)ver y next (Am7)day you (Em7)gave it a (Am7)way.

(Am7)This (Dm)year, to (Am7)save me from (Dm)tears, I’ll (G9)give it to some one (G7)spe cial.

(Cmaj9)Last (C6)Christ mas I (Cmaj9)gave you my (C6)heart, but the (Em7)ver y next (Am7)day you (Em7)gave it a (Am7)way.

(Am7)This (Dm)year, to (Am7)save me from (Dm)tears, I’ll (G9)give it to some one (G7)spe cial.

(Cmaj9)A Once (C6)bit ten and (C6)twice with shy, eyes.

I keep my dis tance from but (Am7)tears still your catch of my (Dm7)eye.

Tell me, ba by, were (Dm7)do you re cog nize me?

Me, Well, it’s been a year.

It (G7)does n’t sur prise me.

A (C6)face Hap py Christ mas.

with I (Cmaj7)wrapped it up and (C6)sent it (Am7)with a note cov say ing, you (Em7)“I love you.” I (Am7)meant it.

(Am7)Now I (Dm7)know what a (Am7)fool I’ve (Dm7)been.

But if you (G7)kissed a me now, love.

I know you’d (Fmaj7)fool me a (G7)gain.

(Cmaj9)Last (C6)Christ mas I (Cmaj9)gave you my (C6)heart, but the (Em7)ver y next (Am7)day you (Em7)gave it a (Am7)way.

(Am7)This (Dm)year, to (Am7)save me from (Dm)tears, I’ll (G9)give it to some one (G7)spe cial.

(Cmaj9)Last (C6)Christ mas I (Cmaj9)gave you my (C6)heart, but the (Em7)ver y next (Am7)day you (Em7)gave it a (Am7)way.

(Am7)This (Dm)year, to (Am7)save me from (Dm)tears, I’ll (G9)give it to some one (G7)spe cial.

(Cmaj9)A crowd (C6)bit ed room, (C6)friends with tired eyes.

I’m hid my dis ing from you (Am7)tears and your soul of ice.

(Dm7)My God, I thought you were (Dm7)some one to re ly on.

Me, Well, I guess I was a (G7)shoul der to cry on.

A (C6)face on a Christ lover with a (Cmaj7)fire in his heart, (C6)sent a (Am7)man un der cov er but you (Em7)tore love you.” me (Am7)a it.

(Am7)part.

I (Dm7)know what a (Am7)Oo, I’ve (Dm7)been.

But now I’ve (G7)found a real now, love.

You’ll nev er (Fmaj7)fool me a (G7)gain.

(Fmaj7)fool me a (G7)gain.

(G7)spe cial.

A (Cmaj9)face on a (C6)lov er with a (Cmaj9)fire in his (C6)heart, a (Am7)man un der cov er but you tore him a part.

May be next year

I’ll (Fmaj7)give it to (G7)some one, I’ll (Fmaj7)give it to (G7)some one (C6)spe cial, spe (C6)cial.

(Am7)Some one,

(Dm7)some one.

I’ll (Fmaj7)give it to (G7)some one, I’ll (Fmaj7)give it to (G7)some one (C6)spe cial, spe (C6)cial.

(Am7)Some one,

(Dm7)some one.

I’ll (Am7)some one.

Last Christmas by Wham! — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Last Christmas by Wham! 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 C 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 "Last Christmas" 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 "Last Christmas"?
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 Wham! songs work for kids?
Try "Last Christmas", "EVERYTHING SHE WANTS", "I'M YOUR MAN". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.