Clown

by Emeli Sandé
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Lyrics

I guess it’s (D)fun ni er from where you’re (G)stand ing,

’cause from (D)o ver here I missed the (G)joke.

Clear the (D)way for my crash (Em7)land ing.

I’ve done it a gain,

an oth er (Cm6)num ber for your (G)notes.

I’d be (D)smil ing if I was n’t so (G)des p’rate.

I’d be (D)pa tient if I had the time.

I could (D)stop and ans wer all of your ques tions

as soon as I find out how I can move from the back of the line.

I’ll be your (G)clown,

be hind the (Cmaj7)glass.

Go a head and (Am)laugh ’cause it’s fun ny.

I would too

if I saw me.

I’ll be your (G)clown,

on your fav ’rite chan nel.

My life’s a (Am)cir cus, cir cus.

(Am)’Round in cir cles, (Dsus4)sell ing out to night.

I’d be less an (D)gry if it was my de ci (G)sion.

And the (D)mon ey was just roll ing in.

If I (D)had more than my am bi tion,

I’ll have time for please, I’ll have time for thank you as soon as I win.

I’ll be your (G)clown,

be hind the (Cmaj7)glass.

Go a head and (Am)laugh ’cause it’s fun ny.

I would too

if I saw me.

I’ll be your (G)clown,

on your fav ’rite chan nel.

My life’s a (Am)cir cus, cir cus.

(Am)’Round in cir cles, (Dsus4)sell ing out to night.

(Dsus4)sell ing out to (D)night.

From a (D)dis tance my choice is sim ple.

From a (D)dis tance I can en ter tain.

So you can (D)see me I put (Em9)make up on my face.

But there’s no (Fmaj7)way you can feel it

from so (Am)far a way.

I’ll be your (Am)cir cus, cir cus.

(Am)’Round in cir cles.

I’m (Dsus4)sell ing out to (D)night.

Clown — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)

Classic piano notation for "Clown" by Emeli Sandé as an accompaniment / backing track. Both hands engraved at publisher quality in G — sing or play melody on top while the score follows along at 64 BPM. Click any note to jump there.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (G) 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 “Clown

Is the engraved accompaniment score for "Clown" suitable for a pianist?
Yes — both hands are notated in classic piano notation (treble + bass clefs, key G, real chord symbols), engraved server-side from the publisher MusicXML. A staff pianist or accompanist can read this directly from the screen or printed PDF and play the backing while you sing the melody.
What key is the piano accompaniment for "Clown" by Emeli Sandé in?
The backing track is in G at 64 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 "Clown" 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 "Clown"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Clown", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Clown" 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 "Clown"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Clown"?
"Clown" was originally performed by Emeli Sandé. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Emeli Sandé are available?
Other accompaniments by Emeli Sandé: "Heaven", "My Kind Of Love". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
What is this accompaniment Sheet Music view?
Same engraver-grade rendering as the standard Sheet Music mode — both hands, classic piano notation, key of G, real chord symbols — but the audio is the karaoke / backing-track arrangement of "Clown" with the lead melody removed. Perfect for singers, lead instruments, and ensemble practice.
Can I sing or play melody while the score follows along?
Yes. The backing track removes the melody so you can sing or play it on top while the chord changes and rhythm guide you. The engraved score scrolls in time with the audio so you never lose your place.
Is this the same notation a piano book would show?
Yes — treble + bass clefs, key signature, time signature, beams, dynamics, and chord symbols above the staff, all rendered from the original publisher MusicXML. Identical reading experience to a printed piano accompaniment book.

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