Is "One Last Time" 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 Last Time"?

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 "One Last Time" use?

Just 4 chords: Ab, Db, Eb, Fm. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.

What other Ariana Grande songs work for kids?

Try "hate that i made you love me", "BREATHIN", "IMAGINE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.

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One Last Time

· by Ariana Grande

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Lyrics

I was a (Eb)li ar, (Ab)I gave in to the fire.

it.

(Db)I know I should (Ab)’ve (Db)fought it.

(Ab)At (Db)least I’m (Fm)be (Eb)ing hon est.

Feel like a (Eb)fail ure (Ab)’cause I know that I failed you.

(Db)I should ’ve done (Ab)you (Db)bet ter (Ab)’cause (Db)you don’t (Fm)want (Eb)a li ar.

And I (Fm)know, and I know, and I (Eb)know she gives (Ab)you ev ’ry thing; but, boy, I could (Db)n’t give it to you.

And I (Fm)know, and I know, and I (Eb)know that you (Ab)got ev ’ry thing, but I got noth (Db)ing (Ab)here with out ya.

ba by.

So, (Fm)one (Eb)last (Ab)time, I need to (Db)be (Ab)the (Db)one (Ab)who (Db)takes (Fm)you (Eb)home.

(Fm)One (Eb)more (Ab)time, I prom ise.

(Db)Af (Ab)ter (Db)that, (Ab)I’ll (Db)let (Fm)you (Eb)go.

Ba by, I don’t (Eb)care if you (Ab)got her in your heart.

All I real (Ab)ly (Db)care is you (Ab)wake (Db)up in (Fm)my (Eb)arms.

(Fm)One (Eb)last (Ab)time, I need to (Db)be (Ab)the (Db)one (Ab)who (Db)takes (Fm)you (Eb)home.

I don’t de (Eb)serve it, (Ab)I know I don’t de serve it.

(Db)But stay with me (Ab)a (Db)min ute, (Ab)I (Db)swear I’ll (Fm)make (Eb)it worth it.

Can’t you for (Eb)give me, (Ab)at least just tem po rar ’ly?

(Db)I know that this (Ab)is (Db)my fault.

(Ab)I (Db)should have (Fm)been (Eb)more care ful.

And I (Fm)know, and I know, and I (Eb)know she gives (Ab)you ev ’ry thing; but, boy, I could (Db)n’t give it to you.

And I (Fm)know, and I know, and I (Eb)know that you (Ab)got ev ’ry thing, but I got noth (Db)ing (Ab)here with out you, ba by.

So, (Fm)one (Eb)last (Ab)time, I need to (Db)be (Ab)the (Db)one (Ab)who (Db)takes (Fm)you (Eb)home.

(Fm)One (Eb)more (Ab)time, I prom ise.

(Db)Af (Ab)ter (Db)that, (Ab)I’ll (Db)let (Fm)you (Eb)go.

Ba by, I don’t (Eb)care if you (Ab)got her in your heart.

All I real (Ab)ly (Db)care is you (Ab)wake (Db)up in (Fm)my (Eb)arms.

(Fm)One (Eb)last (Ab)time, I need to (Db)be (Ab)the (Db)one (Ab)who (Db)takes (Fm)you (Eb)home.

I (Db)know I should ’ve fought it.

At least I’m be ing hon est, yeah.

Just (Db)stay with me a min ute, I swear I’ll make it worth it, babe.

’Cause I don’t wan (Db)na be with out ya.

So, (Fm)One (Eb)last (Ab)time, I need to (Db)be (Ab)the (Db)one (Ab)who (Db)takes (Fm)you (Eb)home.

One Last Time by Ariana Grande — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “One Last Time” by Ariana Grande 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 Db at 120 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 in the key of D-flat — five flats can look intimidating, but with only four chords (Db, Ab, Eb, Fm) your hands will settle into the black-key geography faster than you'd expect. Your left hand carries a walking bass line at 120 BPM, so start hands-separate and slow it to around 80 until the stepwise motion between chord roots feels automatic — the Fm to Ab transition is where most students fumble because the walk covers more distance. Your right hand deals with syncopated melodic pushes that land just before the beat; count eighth notes out loud until those anticipations feel natural rather than rushed. Once each hand is steady, combine them in four-bar loops, especially through the pre-chorus where the energy lifts. Watch your pedal changes carefully on every chord switch — D-flat's rich overtones will blur into mud if you're lazy with the sustain. This is the piece that will lock in your I–V–vi–IV instincts across all those beautiful black keys, so trust the shapes and enjoy the groove.

Frequently asked questions

Is "One Last Time" 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 Last Time"?: 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 "One Last Time" use?: Just 4 chords: Ab, Db, Eb, Fm. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Ariana Grande songs work for kids?: Try "hate that i made you love me", "BREATHIN", "IMAGINE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.