Same Mistakes

by One Direction

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(C)Cir cles, we’re go ing in (G)cir cles; diz zy’s all it (Am)makes us.

We know where it (F)takes can us; we’ve been be fore.

(C)Clos er, may be look ing (G)clos er; there’s more to dis (Am)cov er, find out what went (F)wrong this with out blam ing each (C)oth er.

Think that we’ve got more time

when we’re fall ing be hind.

Got ta make up our minds,

or else we’ll (C)play, play, play all the same old games; and we (C)wait, wait, wait for the end to change; and we (Am7)take, take, take it for grant ed that we’ll be the same.

But we’re mak ing all the same mis takes.

(C)Wake up, we both need to (G)wake up.

May be if we (Am)face up to know this, it (F)we can make it through be this.

(C)Clos er, may be we’ll be (G)clos er, strong er than we (Am)were be fore, out yeah, went (F)make this some thing more, ing yeah.

(C)oth er.

Think that we’ve got more time

when we’re fall ing be hind.

Got ta make up our minds,

or else we’ll (C)play, play, play all the same old games; and we (C)wait, wait, wait for the end to change; and we (Am7)take, take, take it for grant ed that we’ll be the same.

But we’re mak ing all the same mis takes.

mak ing all the same mis takes.

Yeah, yeah, that’s what cra zy is, when it’s (C)broke and you say there’s noth ing to fix, and you (Am7)pray, pray, pray that ev ’ry thing will be o kay

while you’re mak ing all the same mis takes.

(C)Don’t

look back;

but if we (Am)don’t

look back,

we’re on ly (Fmaj7)learn

ing, babe,

how to (Dm)make those same mis, same mis takes a gain.

So we mak ing all the same mis takes.

Same Mistakes by One Direction — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Same Mistakes by One Direction 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 "Same Mistakes" 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 "Same Mistakes"?
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.