It’s a sign of the times
(Am)that your (Dm7)love for me is get ting (Dm7)so much (G7)strong er.
It’s a sign of the times
(Am)and I (Dm7)know that I won’t have to (Dm7)wait much (G7)long er.
You’ve changed a lot some how from the (Dm)one I used to know,
for when you hold me now it (Dm)feels you like you nev er want to (Dm7)let me go.
It’s a sign of the times
(Am)that you (Dm7)call me up when ev er (Dm7)you feel (G7)lone ly.
It’s a sign of the times
(Am)that you (Dm7)tell your friends that I’m your (Dm7)one and (G7)on ly.
I’ll nev er un der stand from the (Dm)way you treat ed me
but when I hold your hand I (Dm)know you could n’t be the way you (Dm7)let me go.
(Dm7)used to be.
May be my luck y star at last de cid ed to shine.
May be some bod y knows how long I’ve wait ed to (Dm7)make you mine.
It’s a sign of the times
(Am)that you (Dm7)kiss me now as if you (Dm7)real ly (G7)mean it.
It’s a sign of the times
(Am)and a (Dm7)year a go I nev er (Dm7)could have (G7)seen it.
Don’t ev er change your mind and (Dm)take your love a way.
Just leave the fires be hind and (Dm)ba by on ly think of how it (Dm7)is to day.
It’s a sign of the times.
It’s a sign of the times.
It’s a sign of the times.
It’s a sign of the times.
A Sign Of The Times — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "A Sign Of The Times" by Petula Clark: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key C, 120 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (C) 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.
Try other practice modes:
About “A Sign Of The Times”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "A Sign Of The Times" by Petula Clark in?
- The backing track is in C at 120 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 "A Sign Of The Times" 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 "A Sign Of The Times"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "A Sign Of The Times", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "A Sign Of The Times" 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 "A Sign Of The Times"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "A Sign Of The Times"?
- "A Sign Of The Times" was originally performed by Petula Clark. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Petula Clark are available?
- Other accompaniments by Petula Clark: "Colour My World", "Downtown", "My Love". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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