I’ve wait ed hours for this,
I’ve made my self so (C#m)sick I (G#m)wish I’d stayed
a (F#)sleep to day.
I nev er thought this (F#5)day would end, I nev er thought to night could (G#m)ev er be
this (F#)close to me.
Just try to see in the dark,
just try to make it (C#m)work, to (G#m)feel the fear
be (F#)fore you’re here.
I make the shapes come (F#5)much too (B)close, I pull my eyes out, (C#m)hold my (G#m)breath and wait
un (F#)til I shake…
But if I had your faith,
then I could make it safe and (B)clean.
If on ly I was sure
that my head on the door was a dream.
But if I had your face,
then I could make it safe and (B)clean.
If on ly I was sure,
that my head on the door was a dream.
Close To Me — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Close To Me" by The Cure: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key B, 93 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (B) 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 “Close To Me”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Close To Me" by The Cure in?
- The backing track is in B at 93 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 "Close To Me" 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 "Close To Me"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Close To Me", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Close To Me" 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 "Close To Me"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Close To Me"?
- "Close To Me" was originally performed by The Cure. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by The Cure are available?
- Other accompaniments by The Cure: "The Lovecats". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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