One Thing

by One Direction
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Lyrics

(D)I’ve tried (A)play ing it (D)cool.

(D)Girl, when I’m (A)look ing at (G)you

(G)I can’t (A)ev er be (Bm)brave

’cause (G)you make my (A)heart (D)race.

(D)Shot me (A)out of the (D)sky.

(D)You’re my (A)kryp to (G)nite.

(G)You keep (A)mak ing me (Bm)weak.

Yeah, (G)fro zen and (A)can’t (D)breathe.

Some thing’s got ta give now,

’cause I’m dy ing just to make you (A)see.

That I need you here with me now.

’Cause (G)you’ve got that one thing.

So (D)get out, (G)get out, get (A)out of my (D)head and (Bm)fall in (G)to my arms (A)in (D)stead.

I don’t, (G)I don’t, don’t (A)know what it (Bm)is, but (G)I need that (A)one (D)thing.

And (Bm)you’ve got that (A)one (D)thing.

(D)Now I’m (A)climb ing (D)walls,

(D)but you (A)notice at (G)all, That (G)I’m go ing (A)out of my (Bm)mind

(G)all day

(A)all (D)night.

now.

know your (A)name.

And

(D)get out, (G)get out, get (A)out of my (D)head and (Bm)fall in (G)to my arms (A)in (D)stead.

I don’t, (G)I don’t, don’t (A)know what it (Bm)is, but (G)I need that (A)one (D)thing.

And (Bm)you’ve got that (A)one (D)thing.

(A)one (D)thing.

So (D)get out, (G)get out, get (A)out of my (D)mind and (Bm)come on, (G)come in to (A)my (D)life.

I don’t, (G)I don’t, don’t (A)know what it (Bm)is, but (G)I need that (A)one (D)thing.

And (Bm)you’ve got that (A)one (D)thing.

Oh,

oh,

oh…

(D)You’ve got that (A)one thing.

(D)Get out, (G)get out, get (A)out of my (D)head and (Bm)fall in (G)to my arms (A)in (D)stead.

So (D)get out, (G)get out, get (A)out of my (D)head and (Bm)fall in (G)to my arms (A)in (D)stead.

I don’t, (G)I don’t, don’t (A)know what it (Bm)is, but (G)I need that (A)one (D)thing.

So

(D)mind (Bm)come on, (G)come in to (A)my (D)life.

I don’t, (G)I don’t, don’t (A)know what it (Bm)is, but (G)I need that (A)one (D)thing.

So (A)one (D)thing.

And (Bm)you’ve got that (A)one (D)thing.

One Thing — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)

Classic piano notation for "One Thing" by One Direction as an accompaniment / backing track. Both hands engraved at publisher quality in D — sing or play melody on top while the score follows along at 125 BPM. Click any note to jump there.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (D) sits too high or low for your voice, use the transpose control to shift the accompaniment into a comfortable range — the backing moves with you. Need a pitch reference? Tap the mic icon to bring the vocal melody in.

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About “One Thing

Is the engraved accompaniment score for "One Thing" suitable for a pianist?
Yes — both hands are notated in classic piano notation (treble + bass clefs, key D, real chord symbols), engraved server-side from the publisher MusicXML. A staff pianist or accompanist can read this directly from the screen or printed PDF and play the backing while you sing the melody.
What key is the piano accompaniment for "One Thing" by One Direction in?
The backing track is in D at 125 BPM. If that doesn't sit in your vocal range, use the live transpose control to shift up or down semitones — the accompaniment moves with the new key automatically.
Can I sing over "One Thing" with this accompaniment?
Yes — that's exactly what it's built for. The vocal melody is muted by default so you can sing freely. Need a pitch reference? Tap the mic icon to bring the melody back in at a lower volume.
Is this a karaoke version of "One Thing"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "One Thing", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "One Thing" as a backing track for my instrument?
Absolutely. Singers, guitarists, violinists, wind players, and instrumental practice in general all work — the piano holds the harmony so you can carry the melody on whatever instrument you play.
Can I download the accompaniment for "One Thing"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "One Thing"?
"One Thing" was originally performed by One Direction. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by One Direction are available?
Other accompaniments by One Direction: "Best Song Ever", "Don't Forget Where You Belong", "Drag Me Down". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
What is this accompaniment Sheet Music view?
Same engraver-grade rendering as the standard Sheet Music mode — both hands, classic piano notation, key of D, real chord symbols — but the audio is the karaoke / backing-track arrangement of "One Thing" with the lead melody removed. Perfect for singers, lead instruments, and ensemble practice.
Can I sing or play melody while the score follows along?
Yes. The backing track removes the melody so you can sing or play it on top while the chord changes and rhythm guide you. The engraved score scrolls in time with the audio so you never lose your place.
Is this the same notation a piano book would show?
Yes — treble + bass clefs, key signature, time signature, beams, dynamics, and chord symbols above the staff, all rendered from the original publisher MusicXML. Identical reading experience to a printed piano accompaniment book.

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