One

by U2

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Lyrics

Is it get ting bet for (Dm)ter?

ness?

or leave Or do you feel the (G)same?

Will it make it eas i (Dm)er on you now

and you you got some one to (G)blame?

You say,

one too love,

more one a life,

(F)when it’s one need ing, out in (C)in the night.

One love, but we’re we get to share it.

It leaves you, ba by, if you don’t care for (Am)it.

Did I dis ap point for (Dm)you ness?

or Have a bad taste in your (G)mouth?

You act like you nev er (Dm)had on love now

and to want me to go with (G)out.

Well, it’s

too too late

more to a night

(F)to drag the past ing, now it’s (C)to the light.

We’re one, but we’re we get to share it.

It leaves you, ba by, if you don’t care for (Am)it.

not the same.

We get to car ry each oth er, car (C)ry each oth er, one.

(Am)not the same.

Well, we hurt each oth er, then we (C)do it a gain.

You say love is a tem ple.

(Am)Love, a high er law.

(C)Love is a tem ple.

(Am)Love the high er law.

You (C)ask me to en ter, but (G)then you make me crawl.

And I can’t be hold ing on

to what you got

when all you got is (C)hurt.

One love,

one blood,

one life, you got to (C)do what you should.

One life

with each oth er,

sis ters,

broth ers.

One life, but we’re not the same.

We got to car ry each oth er, car (C)ry each oth er, one.

One by U2 — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “One by U2 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 90 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 "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 "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.
What other U2 songs work for kids?
Try "STUCK IN A MOMENT YOU CAN'T GET OUT OF", "BEAUTIFUL DAY", "BEAUTIFUL DAY". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.