(D)Bows and flows of an gel hair,
and ice cream (F#m)cas tles (G)in way that the you air, feel
and fea ther can yons (Em7)ev ’ry where:
I’ve looked at clouds that (A)way.
Oh But (D)now they on ly block the sun; and they rain and they (F#m)snow on and they tell (G)ev me that ’ry I’ve one.
changed.
So ma ny things I (Em7)would have done,
but clouds got in my (A)way.
I’ve (D)looked at clouds
from (G)both sides now,
from up and (D)down, and (G)still some (D)how it’s (F#m)cloud il il (G)lu lu sions sions that (D)I re call.
I (Em7)real ly don’t know (Em7)clouds
at (A13)all.
(D)Moons and Junes and fer ris wheels,
the diz zy (F#m)danc ing (G)right way that out you loud, feel
as ev ’ry fai ry (Em7)tale comes real:
I’ve looked at love that (A)way.
Oh But (D)now it’s just a no ther show; and you leave ’em they (F#m)laugh ing and they tell (G)when me that you I’ve go.
changed.
And if you care, don’t (Em7)let them know;
don’t give your self a (A)way.
I’ve (D)looked at love
from (G)both sides now,
from give and (D)take, and (G)still some (D)how it’s (F#m)love’s il il (G)lu lu sions sions that (D)I re call.
I (Em7)real ly don’t know (Em7)love
at (A13)all.
Both Sides Now — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Both Sides Now" by Joni Mitchell: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key D, 76 BPM.
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.
Try other practice modes:
About “Both Sides Now”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Both Sides Now" by Joni Mitchell in?
- The backing track is in D at 76 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 "Both Sides Now" 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 "Both Sides Now"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Both Sides Now", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Both Sides Now" 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 "Both Sides Now"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Both Sides Now"?
- "Both Sides Now" was originally performed by Joni Mitchell. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Joni Mitchell are available?
- Other accompaniments by Joni Mitchell: "Blue", "River". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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