Sometimes You Can't Make It On Your Own

by U2

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Tough,

all you (G)think you’ve got the stuff.

you and You’re (Em7)tell ing me That’s and (C)an y one

you’re the (G)hard

e nough.

I You don’t have to put up a fight,

I you (G)don’t have to al ways be right.

that if we (Em7)weren’t Let me take some of the (C)punch es you’d like me for (G)you to night.

Lis ten to me now,

I need to let you know,

you don’t have to go it a lone.

And it’s you when I look in the mir (D)ror,

and it’s you when I don’t pick up the phone.

Some times you can’t make it

on your own.

We fight

all time, (G)think you’ve got the stuff.

you and I.

(Em7)tell ing me That’s al (C)right.

y one

We’re the (G)same

soul nough.

I don’t need...

have to put up a fight,

I don’t (G)need to hear you say be right.

that if we (Em7)weren’t so me a like of the (C)punch es you’d like me a (G)whole lot more.

Lis ten to me now,

I need to let you know,

you don’t have to go it a lone.

And it’s you when I look in the mir (D)ror,

and it’s you when I don’t pick up the phone.

Some times you can’t make it

on your own.

We

I know that we don’t talk.

I’m (Gm)sick of it all.

Can you

hear me when I

(G)sing?

You’re the (Em)rea son I sing.

(C)You’re the rea son (D)why

the op era is in me.

Where (Cmaj7)are we now?

Still got to let you (G)know

a house still does n’t make a home.

Don’t leave me here a lone.

And it’s you when I look in the mir (D)ror,

and it’s you that makes it hard to let go.

Some times you can’t make it

on your own.

Some times you can’t make it,

best you can (C)do

is to fake it.

Some times you can’t make it

on

your own.

Sometimes You Can't Make It On Your Own by U2 — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Sometimes You Can't Make It On Your Own” 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 G at 98 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.
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Frequently asked questions

Is "Sometimes You Can't Make It On Your Own" 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 "Sometimes You Can't Make It On Your Own"?
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.