Perfect Day

by Lou Reed
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Lyrics

Just a (Eb)per fect day,

drink san gri a (Db)in the park,

and then la ter

when it gets dark we go (F)home.

Just a (Eb)per fect day,

feed a ni mals (Db)in the zoo,

then la ter

a mo vie too, and then (F)home.

Oh, (Bb)it’s

such a (Eb)per fect day,

(Dm)I’m glad I spent it with (Eb)you.

Oh, such a (F)per fect day,

you just (Gm)keep me (F)hang ing on,

you just (Gm)keep me (F)hang ing on,

Just a (Eb)per fect day,

prob lems all (Db)left a lone,

week end ers (Ebm7)on our own,

it’s such (F)fun.

Just a (Eb)per fect day,

you made me for (Db)get my self,

I thought I was some one else,

some one (F)good.

Oh, (Bb)it’s

such a (Eb)per fect day,

(Dm)I’m glad I spent it with you.

Oh, such a (F)per fect day,

you just (Gm)keep me (F)hang ing on,

you just (Gm)keep me (F)hang ing on.

You’re going to (Ab)reap

just what you sow.

You’re going to (Ab)reap

just what you sow.

You’re going to (Ab)reap

just what you sow.

You’re going to (Ab)reap

just what you sow.

Perfect Day — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "Perfect Day" by Lou Reed: lyrics on screen with the chords above each line and a bouncing ball that lands on every word in time. Sing along, or play along on guitar or piano from the chord chart. Change the key to fit your voice, slow the tempo down. Key of Bb, 69 BPM.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (Bb) 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 “Perfect Day”

Can I sing "Perfect Day" karaoke-style with the lyrics on screen?
Yes — Karaoke mode puts the lyrics of "Perfect Day" on screen a line at a time and lights up each word in time, with a bouncing ball leading you word to word and the chord shown just above. The piano backing plays underneath in Bb, and you can transpose it to fit your voice.
What key is the piano accompaniment for "Perfect Day" by Lou Reed in?
The backing track is in Bb at 69 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 "Perfect Day" 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 "Perfect Day"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Perfect Day", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Perfect Day" 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 "Perfect Day"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Perfect Day"?
"Perfect Day" was originally performed by Lou Reed. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
Is there a karaoke version of "Perfect Day" with lyrics?
Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Perfect Day" by Lou Reed. The lyrics appear on screen a line at a time and each word lights up exactly when it's sung, with a bouncing ball leading you word to word. A backing plays underneath so you can just sing.
Does it show chords so I can play along on guitar or piano?
It does — a chord symbol sits on a thin row just above the lyric it changes on, so the same screen doubles as a lyrics-and-chords chart. Guitarists can strum the changes and pianists can comp while singing; the chords are colour-coded and move with the live transpose if you change key.
Can I change the key of "Perfect Day" to match my voice or capo?
Yes. The original is in Bb, but the live transpose control shifts the whole song up or down semitones until the melody sits in your range (or maps to an easier guitar shape / capo position) — the on-screen chords and the backing move with it.
Can I slow "Perfect Day" down to learn the words and chords?
Yes — the tempo control lets you take it as slow as you need while the lyrics still light up in time and the ball keeps you on the beat. Speed it back up once you can sing and play it through.

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