(Am7)Once there was a way
to get back home ward,
(G7)once there was a way
to get back home.
(Em)Sleep, pret ty darl ing, do not (Dm)cry,
and I will sing a lul la by.
Gold
en slum bers fill your eyes,
smiles
a wake you when you rise.
(E7)Sleep, pret ty darl ing, do not (Dm)cry,
and I will sing a lul la by,
and I will sing a lul la by.
(Am7)Once there was a way
to get back home ward,
(G7)once there was a way
to get back home.
(E)Sleep, pret ty darl ing, do not (Dm7)cry,
and I will sing a lul la by.
and I will sing a lul la by.
Golden Slumbers — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Golden Slumbers" by Elbow: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key C, 82 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (C) 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 “Golden Slumbers”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Golden Slumbers" by Elbow in?
- The backing track is in C at 82 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 "Golden Slumbers" 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 "Golden Slumbers"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Golden Slumbers", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Golden Slumbers" 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 "Golden Slumbers"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Golden Slumbers"?
- "Golden Slumbers" was originally performed by Elbow. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
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