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(F)I want to write you a (Bb)song,
(F)one as beau ti ful as you are (Bb)sweet,
with (Bb)just a hint of (F)pain for the (C)feel ing that I (F)get when (C)you are (Dm)gone.
(Bb)I want to (Csus)write you a (F)song.
(F)I want to lend you my (Bb)coat,
(F)one that’s as soft as as your (Bb)cheek.
So, (Bb)when the world is (F)cold, you will (C)have a hid ing (F)place you (C)you can (Dm)go.
(Bb)I want to (Csus)lend you my (F)coat.
(Bb)Ooh,
(Dm)ev ’ry thing I need I get from (Bb)you.
(Bb)Ooh,
and (Dm)giv in’ back is all I want to (Bb)do.
(F)I want to build you a (Bb)boat,
(F)one that’s as strong as you are (Bb)free,
so (Bb)an y time you (F)think that your (C)heart is gon na (F)sink, you (C)know it (Dm)won’t.
(Bb)I want to (Csus)build you a (F)boat.
(Bb)Ooh,
(Dm)ev ’ry thing I need I get from (Bb)you.
(Bb)Ooh,
and (Dm)giv in’ back is all I want to (Bb)do.
(Bb)do,
(Fm)ooh.
(Dm)song.
(C)I want to write you a (F)song.
I Want To Write You A Song — Simple Sheet Music
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"I Want To Write You A Song" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of Bb, 96 BPM.
Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.
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About “I Want To Write You A Song”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I Want To Write You A Song"?
- Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
- What key is "I Want To Write You A Song" by One Direction played in?
- I Want To Write You A Song is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "I Want To Write You A Song"?
- The arrangement plays at 96 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "I Want To Write You A Song" easy to play on piano?
- Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
- Can I download sheet music for "I Want To Write You A Song"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "I Want To Write You A Song"?
- "I Want To Write You A Song" was originally performed by One Direction. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What other songs by One Direction can I play here?
- Try "THEY DON'T KNOW ABOUT US", "DRAG ME DOWN", "OVER AGAIN". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
- Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "I Want To Write You A Song". Key of Bb, 96 BPM.
- What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
- Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.