Panic Cord

by Gabrielle Aplin
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Lyrics

(D)(Aah.)

(D)(Aah.)

(G)You kept all the things I threw a (D)way.

A (G)leaf I picked, a birth day card I made.

The more (G)Hold ing on to mem o ries of (Em7)you and me, we did n’t last a year.

Oh,

we’re just a box of sou ve nirs.

’Cause may (G)be

I pulled the (D)pa nic cord and may (G)be

you were hap py, I was bored.

May be I want ed you to change.

May be (G)I’m the one to blame.

(G)This meant more to you than it did to (D)me.

A (G)I was full of doubt and you be lieve.

The more that you keep com ing o ver, the more I know it’s o ver, dear.

Oh,

we’re just a box of sou ve nirs.

’Cause may (G)be

I pulled the (D)pa nic cord and may (G)be

you were hap py, I was bored.

May be I want ed you to change.

May be (G)I’m the one to blame.

May (G7)be

you were just too nice to me and may (G7)be

it took me way too long to (Bm)leave.

May be once we felt the same.

May be (G)I’m the one to blame.

May be (G)I’m the one to blame.

(D)Do Re (Bm7)Mi Fa (G)So La Ti Do.

(D)That’s the (Bm7)way the (G)sto ry goes, oh.

(D)Do Re (Bm7)Mi Fa (G)So La Ti Do.

(D)That’s the (Bm7)way the (G)sto ry goes, oh.

(G)sto ry goes.

May (G)be

I pulled the (A)pa nic cord and may (G)be

you were hap py, I was bored.

May be I want ed you to change.

May be (G)I’m the one to blame.

May be (G)I’m the one to blame.

Panic Cord — Piano Accompaniment (Falling Notes)

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Free piano accompaniment for "Panic Cord" by Gabrielle Aplin 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 D, 110 BPM.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (D) 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 “Panic Cord

Why does the accompaniment for "Panic Cord" show falling notes?
Falling Notes makes each chord visual — colored notes drop onto the keyboard so you can FEEL the rhythm of the backing before each entry. Singers find it easier to lock in with the piano's groove when they see the chord notes land instead of just hearing them.
What key is the piano accompaniment for "Panic Cord" by Gabrielle Aplin in?
The backing track is in D at 110 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 "Panic Cord" 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 "Panic Cord"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Panic Cord", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Panic Cord" 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 "Panic Cord"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Panic Cord"?
"Panic Cord" was originally performed by Gabrielle Aplin. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Gabrielle Aplin are available?
Other accompaniments by Gabrielle Aplin: "Home", "Human", "Keep On Walking". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
Can I use "Panic Cord" as a backing track for singing?
Yes — this is the piano accompaniment for Panic Cord by Gabrielle Aplin, with the chord notes falling visually so you can see exactly when each chord lands. Original key is D; transpose live to fit your voice.
How is this different from the bar-sheet accompaniment?
Same audio backing — different visualization. Falling notes show each chord note dropping in real time (like Synthesia), which makes the chord rhythm easier to feel. Use whichever view helps you stay on the beat.

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