One Step Up

by Kenny Chesney

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Lyrics

Woke up this morn in’, the house was cold,

checked the fur nace, she was n’t burn in’.

Went out and in side a my old Ford,

hit the en gine, but she ain’t turn in’.

Giv in’ each oth er some hard les sons late ly,

but we ain’t learn in’.

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I’m the Same sad (F)sto ry, that’s a (Bbsus2)fact.

One step (C)up and two steps (Bbsus2)back.

Bird on a wire (Bb)back.

It’s the same thing night all night,

who’s wrong and, ba by, who’s right.

An oth er fight and I slammed the door on an oth er bat tle, an oth er li lit tle war.

When I look at my self, I don’t see

the man I want ed to be.

Some where ’long the (F)line I slipped off (Bb)track.

Mov in’ one step (C)up and two steps (Bb)back.

There’s a girl a cross the bar, I get the mes sage she’s send in’.

Mmm, she ain’t look in’ to mar ry.

Me, well, hon ey, I will tell you.

Last night I dreamed I held you in my arms,

the mu sic was nev er end in’.

We danced as the eve ning skies fad ed to (Bbsus2)black.

Mov in’ one step (C)up and two steps (Bb)back.

(One step up and two steps (F)back.) One step up and two steps (Gm7)back.

(One step up and two steps (F)back.) One step up and two steps (Bb)back.

(One step up and two steps (F)back.) One step up and two steps (Gm7)back.

Oh,

ba by, we’re mov in’.

One step up and two steps (Bb)back.

One step up and two steps (Bb)back.

One step up and two steps

One Step Up by Kenny Chesney — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “One Step Up by Kenny Chesney 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 120 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 Step Up" 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 Step Up"?
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 Step Up" use?
Just 5 chords: Bb, Bbsus2, C, F, Gm7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Kenny Chesney songs work for kids?
Try "THERE GOES MY LIFE", "DON'T BLINK", "COME OVER". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.