It’s (Gm)four in the morn ing, the (Eb)end of De cem ber,
I’m writ ing you now just to (Dm)see if you’re bet ter.
You’d (Gm)New York is cold, but I (Eb)like where I’m liv ing, the (Cm)mu sic on Clin ton Street (Dm)all
through the eve ning.
And you (Gm)treat ed I If you hear that you’re (Am7)build ing your lit tle (Gm7)house
for deep in of the (Am7)des ert.
You’re well, your liv en ing e came for (F)no thing now.
I hope you’re (Gm7)keep ing she was some kind of (F)re cord.
Yes,
’n’ (Bb)Jane
came
by with a for the lock of your (F)hair,
from
she said that you gave it to (Gm7)her
that night that you planned to go (Am7)clear.
And
Did you ev er go (Dm7)clear?
The (Gm)last time we saw you, you (Eb)looked so much old er,
your fam ous blue rain coat was (Dm)torn at the shoul der.
I (Gm)been to the sta tion to (Eb)meet ev ’ry train, you, the (Cm)I’m you came home with out (Dm)Li li Mar lene.
ning.
And you (Gm)treat ed I If you ev er my (Am7)wo man
your to a (Gm7)flake
for Jane or of your (Am7)life ert.
and well, your when en she e my is (F)back ing now.
I hope you’re (Gm7)keep ing and his no bo dy’s (F)wife.
cord.
Well, I (Bb)see
you
there with a for the rose in your (F)teeth,
from her eyes, one more thin gyp sy (Gm7)thief.
for good Well, I see Jane’s a (Am7)way.
And
Did She sends her re (Dm7)gards.
The
And (Bb)Jane
came
by with a lock of your (F)hair,
she said that you gave it to (Gm7)her
that night that you planned to go (Am7)clear.
Sin cere ly, L.
(Dm7)Co hen.
Famous Blue Raincoat — Piano Accompaniment (Falling Notes)
Free piano accompaniment for "Famous Blue Raincoat" by Leonard Cohen in falling-notes (Synthesia) style. Watch the chord notes fall as you sing or play your instrument over the backing. Adjustable key + tempo. Original key Eb, 100 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (Eb) 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 “Famous Blue Raincoat”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Famous Blue Raincoat" by Leonard Cohen in?
- The backing track is in Eb at 100 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 "Famous Blue Raincoat" 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 "Famous Blue Raincoat"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Famous Blue Raincoat", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Famous Blue Raincoat" 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 "Famous Blue Raincoat"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Famous Blue Raincoat"?
- "Famous Blue Raincoat" was originally performed by Leonard Cohen. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Leonard Cohen are available?
- Other accompaniments by Leonard Cohen: "Almost Like The Blues", "Anthem", "Bird On A Wire". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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