The Winner Takes It All

by ABBA

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Lyrics

I don’t wan na (Gb)talk

a bout things we’ve (Db)gone through,

I though it’s hurt ing (Abm)me,

now it’s his to (Db)ry.

I’ve played all my (Gb)cards

and that’s what you’ve (Db)done, too,

noth ing more to (Abm)say,

no more ace to (Db)play.

The win ner takes it (Gb)all,

the (Bb7)los er stand ing (Ebm)small

be (Eb7)side the vic to (Abm)ry,

that’s her des ti (Db)ny.

I was in your (Gb)arms

think ing I be (Db)longed there,

I fig ured it made (Abm)sense,

build ing me a (Db)fence,

build ing me a (Gb)home,

think ing I’d be (Db)strong there,

but I was a (Abm)fool,

play ing by the (Db)rules.

The gods may throw a (Gb)dice,

their (Bb7)minds as cold as (Ebm)ice,

and (Eb7)some one way down (Abm)here

los es some one (Db)dear.

I was in your The win ner takes it (Gb)all,

the (Bb7)los er has to (Ebm)fall,

it’s (Eb7)sim ple and it’s (Abm)plain,

the why should I com (Db)plain.

But tell me, does she

I don’t wan na (Gb)talk

if it makes you (Db)feel sad,

and I un der (Abm)stand

you’ve come to shake my (Db)hand.

I a pol o (Gb)gize

if it makes you (Db)feel bad

see ing me so (Abm)tense,

no self con fi (Db)dence.

The win ner takes it (Gb)all.

The (Eb7)win ner takes it (Abm)all.

The Winner Takes It All by ABBA — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “The Winner Takes It All” by ABBA 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 Cb 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is "The Winner Takes It All" 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 "The Winner Takes It All"?
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.