Panic Cord

by Gabrielle Aplin
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Lyrics

(D)(Aah.)

(D)(Aah.)

(G)You kept all the things you I than it threw did a to (D)way.

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

The more (G)Hold ing that on you to keep mem com o ing ries o of ver, (Em7)you and me, the more we I know did n’t it’s last o a ver, year.

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.

(G)This meant more to things you I than it threw did a to (D)me.

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

The more that on you to keep mem com o ing ries o of ver, (Em7)you and me, the more we I know did n’t it’s last o a ver, year.

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 Lead Sheet

Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Panic Cord" by Gabrielle Aplin: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. 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

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.

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