(Ab)Driv ing in the fast lane
count ing (Fm7)mile er mark er signs.
The (Dbmaj7)emp ty seat be side me
so keeps you on my mind.
cry ing?
(Ab)Liv in’ in a heart ache
was nev er (Fm)some thing I pur sued.
I just (Dbmaj7)I can’t keep on chas ing
what (Ab)I can’t be for you.
(Ab)Ooh.
skies are black (Fm)and blue.
I’m think ing a bout you
here in the (Ab)calm af ter the storm.
(Ab)Tears ing on the high way,
count ing (Fm7)wat er in my eyes.
This (Dbmaj7)rain ain’t gon na change us
so what’s the use in mind.
cry ing?
(Ab)I could say I’m sor ry
was but I (Fm)some don’t want to lie.
I just (Dbmaj7)wan na know if stay ing
is (Ab)bet ter than good bye.
(Ab)Ooh.
skies are black (Fm)and blue.
I’m think ing a bout you
here in the (Ab)calm af ter the storm.
(Ab)calm af ter the storm.
Ooh.
Af ter all that we’ve (Fm)been through
there ain’t noth (Dbmaj7)in’ new
here in the (Ab)calm af ter the storm.
(Ab)calm af ter the storm.
There ain’t noth (Dbmaj7)in’ new
here in the (Ab)calm af ter the storm.
Calm After The Storm — Piano Accompaniment Track
Free piano accompaniment for "Calm After The Storm" by The Common Linnets. Sing along or play your instrument over the backing piano. Toggle the vocal melody on/off, change key to fit your voice, adjust tempo. Key of Db, 116 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (Db) 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.
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About “Calm After The Storm”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Calm After The Storm" by The Common Linnets in?
- The backing track is in Db at 116 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 "Calm After The Storm" 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 "Calm After The Storm"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Calm After The Storm", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Calm After The Storm" 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 "Calm After The Storm"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Calm After The Storm"?
- "Calm After The Storm" was originally performed by The Common Linnets. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
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