Paranoid Android

by Radiohead
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Lyrics

1.

could you stop the noise, I’m trying to get some rest

from all the un born chick en voi ces in my head.

at

(Gm6)all.

What’s (Dm)that?

(I may be paranoid, but no android.)

What’s (Dm)that?

(I may be paranoid, but no android.)

2.

I am King you will be first a gainst the wall,

with your o pi nion which is of no con se quence

at

(Gm6)all.

What’s (Dm)that?

(I may be paranoid, but no android.)

What’s (Dm)that?

(I may be paranoid, but no android.)

Am (CN.C.)bi tion makes you look pret ty ug ly,

kick ing and squeal ing Guc ci lit tle pig gy.

You don’t re mem ber, you don’t re mem ber, why don’t you re mem ber my name?

Off with his head, man, off with his head, man.

Why don’t you re mem ber my name?

I guess he does...

(Cm)Aah.

(Dm)Aah.

(Bb)Aah.

(E7)Aah.

(Bb6)Rain

(G)down,

rain (A)down, come on (Dm)rain

(A)down

on me.

From a (F)great height,

from a (Dm)great

(E)height,

(A)height.

(Cm)Rain

(G)down,

rain (A)down, come on (Dm)rain

(A7)down on me.

From a (F)great height,

from a (Dm)great

(E)height,

(A)height.

That’s it sir, you’re leav ing, the crack le of pig skin, the dust and the scream ing, the yup pies (Dm)net work ing.

The pa nic, the vo mit, the pa nic, the vo mit.

God loves his (Esus4)child (E)ren,

God loves his (Esus4)child (E)ren, (CN.C.)yeah.

Paranoid Android — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet

Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Paranoid Android" by Radiohead: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key Eb, 81 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 “Paranoid Android

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Paranoid Android" by Radiohead in?
The backing track is in Eb at 81 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 "Paranoid Android" 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 "Paranoid Android"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Paranoid Android", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Paranoid Android" 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 "Paranoid Android"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Paranoid Android"?
"Paranoid Android" was originally performed by Radiohead. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Radiohead are available?
Other accompaniments by Radiohead: "Creep". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

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