Same Mistakes

by One Direction
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Lyrics

(C)Cir cles, we’re go ing in (G)cir cles; diz zy’s all it (Am)makes us.

We know where it (F)takes can us; we’ve been be fore.

(C)Clos er, may be look ing (G)clos er; there’s more to dis (Am)cov er, find out what went (F)wrong this with out blam ing each (C)oth er.

Think that we’ve got more time

when we’re fall ing be hind.

Got ta make up our minds,

or else we’ll (C)play, play, play all the same old games; and we (C)wait, wait, wait for the end to change; and we (Am7)take, take, take it for grant ed that we’ll be the same.

But we’re mak ing all the same mis takes.

(C)Wake up, we both need to (G)wake up.

May be if we (Am)face up to know this, it (F)we can make it through be this.

(C)Clos er, may be we’ll be (G)clos er, strong er than we (Am)were be fore, out yeah, went (F)make this some thing more, ing yeah.

(C)oth er.

Think that we’ve got more time

when we’re fall ing be hind.

Got ta make up our minds,

or else we’ll (C)play, play, play all the same old games; and we (C)wait, wait, wait for the end to change; and we (Am7)take, take, take it for grant ed that we’ll be the same.

But we’re mak ing all the same mis takes.

mak ing all the same mis takes.

Yeah, yeah, that’s what cra zy is, when it’s (C)broke and you say there’s noth ing to fix, and you (Am7)pray, pray, pray that ev ’ry thing will be o kay

while you’re mak ing all the same mis takes.

(C)Don’t

look back;

but if we (Am)don’t

look back,

we’re on ly (Fmaj7)learn

ing, babe,

how to (Dm)make those same mis, same mis takes a gain.

So we mak ing all the same mis takes.

Same Mistakes — Simple Sheet Music

"Same Mistakes" 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 C, 90 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Same Mistakes”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Same Mistakes"?
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 "Same Mistakes" by One Direction played in?
Same Mistakes is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Same Mistakes"?
The arrangement plays at 90 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Same Mistakes" 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 "Same Mistakes"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Same Mistakes"?
"Same Mistakes" 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 "Same Mistakes". Key of C, 90 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.