Something Just Like This

by The Chainsmokers & Coldplay

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I’ve been read (A)ing books of (G)old, the leg (A)ends and the (Bm7)myths: A chil (A)les and his (G)gold, Her cu (A)les and his (Bm7)gifts, Spi (A)der man’s con (G)trol and Bat (A)man with his (Bm7)fists.

(A)And clear ly (G)I don’t see my self (A)up on that (Bm7)list.

And she said, “Where (A)d’you wan na (G)go?

How much (A)you wan na (Bm7)risk?

I’m not look (A)ing for some (G)bod y with some su (A)per hu man (Bm7)gifts, some su (A)per he ro, some fair (A)y tale (Bm7)bliss.

Just some (A)thing I can (G)turn to, some bod (A)y I can (Bm7)kiss.

I want some (A)thing just like this.

Do do do (A)do do do,

do do do (A)do,

do do do (A)do do do.

Oh, I want some (A)thing just like this.

Do do do (A)do do do,

do do do (A)do,

do do do (A)do do do.

Oh, I want some (A)thing just like this.

I want some (A)thing just like this.”

I’ve been read (A)ing books of (Bm7)miss.

I want some (A)thing just like this.

I want some (A)thing just like this.

I want some (A)thing just like Oh, I want some (A)thing just like this.

Do do do (A5)do do do,

do do do (F#m7)do do,

do do do (A5)do do do.

Oh, I want some (F#m7)thing just like this.

Do do do (A5)do do do,

do do do (F#m7)do,

do do do (A5)do do do.

Where (F#m7)d’you wan na (G)go?

How much (A)you wan na (Bm)risk?

I’m not look (F#m7)ing for some (G)bod y with some su (A)per hu man (Bm)gifts, some su (F#m7)per he ro, some fair (A)y tale (Bm)bliss.

Just some (F#m7)thing I can (G)turn to, some bod (A)y I can (Bm)kiss.

I want some (F#m7)thing just like this.

(A)Oh, I (D)want some (A)thing just like this.

Oh, I want some (F#m7)thing just like this.

Oh, I want some (F#m7)thing just like this.”

Something Just Like This by The Chainsmokers & Coldplay — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Something Just Like This” by The Chainsmokers & Coldplay 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 B at 104 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 "Something Just Like This" 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 "Something Just Like This"?
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.