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I’ve tried play ing it cool.
But when I’m look ing at you,
I can’t ev er be brave
’cause you make my heart race.
(D)Shot me (A)out of the (D)sky;
but (A)you’re my kryp tice ton (G)ite.
that (A)You keep ing mak ing me (Bm)weak;
yeah, (Gmaj7)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 (Gmaj7)you’ve got that one thing.
So, (D)get out, (D)get out, get (A)out of my (D)head and (Bm7)fall in (D)to my arms (A)in (D)stead.
(D)I don’t, (D)I don’t, don’t (A)know what it (Bm)is, but (D)I need that (A)one (D)thing, and (Bm7)you’ve got that (A)one (D)thing.
(D)Now I’m (A)climb ing the (D)walls,
but (A)you don’t no tice at (G)all
that (A)I’m go ing out of my (Bm)mind
yeah, (Gmaj7)all day and (A)all (D)night.
Some thing’s got ta give now,
’cause I’m dy ing just to know your (A)name.
And I need you here with me now,
’cause (Gmaj7)you’ve got that one thing.
So, (D)get out, (D)get out, get (A)out of my (D)head and (Bm7)fall in (D)to my arms (A)in (D)stead.
(D)I don’t, (D)I don’t, don’t (A)know what it (Bm)is, but (D)I need that (A)one (D)thing, and (Bm7)you’ve got that (A)one (D)thing.
(A)one (D)thing.
So, (D)get out, (D)get out, get (A)out of my (D)mind, and (Bm7)come on, (D)come in to (A)my (D)life.
(D)I don’t, (D)I don’t, don’t (A)know what it (Bm)is, but (D)I need that (A)one (D)thing, and (Bm7)you’ve got that one thing.
(Oh whoa,
oh whoa,
oh whoa.)
(D)You’ve got that (A)one thing.
(CN.C.)Get out, get out, get out of my head, and fall in to my arms in stead.
So, (Bm7)you’ve got that (A)one (D)thing.
One Thing — Simple Sheet Music
"One Thing" 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 D, 128 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “One Thing”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "One Thing"?
- 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 "One Thing" by One Direction played in?
- One Thing is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "One Thing"?
- The arrangement plays at 128 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "One Thing" easy to play on piano?
- This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
- Can I download sheet music for "One Thing"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "One Thing"?
- "One Thing" was originally performed by One Direction. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "One Thing"?
- This arrangement uses 8 chords: A, Bm, Bm7, C, D, G, Gmaj7, Gpow.
- 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 "One Thing". Key of D, 128 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.
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