Now I’ve (C)heard was there was a (Am)sec ret chord that (C)Dav id played, bath and it (Am)pleased the Lord.
But (F)you don’t real ly (G)care for mus ic, (C)do you?
There’s It (C)goes like this: the (F)fourth, the (G)fifth, the (Am)min or fall, and the (F)maj or lift; the (G)baf fled king com (E)pos ing Hal le (Am)lu jah.
(Am)Hal le (F)lu jah,
Hal le (Am)lu jah,
Hal le (F)lu jah,
Hal le (C)lu
(C)jah.
Your (C)faith was strong but you (Am)need ed proof.
You (C)saw her don’t bath ing ven (Am)on the roof; her (F)beau ty and the (G)moon light ov er (C)threw you.
There’s She (C)tied you to a (F)kit chen (G)chair, she (Am)broke your throne and she (F)cut your hair, and (G)from your lips she (E)drew the Hal le (Am)lu jah.
(Am)Hal le (F)lu jah,
Hal le (Am)lu jah,
Hal le (F)lu jah,
Hal le (C)lu
(C)jah.
You (C)-
(G)jah.
Hal le (F)lu jah,
Hal le (Am)lu jah,
Hal le (F)lu jah,
Hal le (C)lu
(G)jah.
Hal le (F)lu jah,
Hal le (Am)lu jah,
Hal le (F)lu jah,
Hal le (C)lu
jah.
Hal le (F)lu jah,
Hal le (Am)lu jah,
Hal le (F)lu jah,
Hal le (C)lu
jah.
Hal le
Hallelujah — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key C, 84 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 “Hallelujah”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Hallelujah" by Leonard Cohen in?
- The backing track is in C at 84 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 "Hallelujah" 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 "Hallelujah"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Hallelujah", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Hallelujah" 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 "Hallelujah"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Hallelujah"?
- "Hallelujah" 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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