What key is the piano accompaniment for "September Song" by JP Cooper in?

The backing track is in Ab at 94 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 "September Song" 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 "September Song"?

Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "September Song", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.

Can I use "September Song" 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 "September Song"?

Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.

Who wrote "September Song"?

"September Song" was originally performed by JP Cooper. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.

Lyrics

Our love was (Bb)strong as a li (Cm)on, soft as the (Ab)cot ton you lie (Eb)in, times we got (Bb)hot like an i (Cm)ron, you and I.

Our hearts had (Bb)nev er been bro (Cm)ken, we were so (Ab)in no cent, darl (Eb)ing, we used to (Bb)talk till the morn (Cm)ing, you and I.

Still, We I had play (Cm)that that mix mix tape tape on ev ’ry week end,

had it re peat ing,

had it re peat ing.

You were my (Bb)Sep tem ber song, sum mer (Cm)last ed too long.

(Ab)Time moves so slow ly when you’re on ly fif teen.

You were my (Bb)Sep tem ber song, tell me, (Cm)where have you gone?

Do you re mem ber me?

We were on ly fif teen and I,

I re mem ber the (Ab)cho rus,

they were sing ing it (Eb)for us.

You were my (Bb)Sep tem ber song, tell me, (Cm)where have you gone,

do think you ing ’bout re mem you ber and me?

me, We were on ly fif teen.

Some times, I (Bb)think that I see (Cm)your face in the (Ab)stran gest of pla (Eb)ces, down on the (Bb)un der ground sta (Cm)tion, pass ing by.

I get a (Bb)mad sense of dan (Cm)ger, feel like my (Ab)heart could n’t take (Eb)it ’cause if we (Bb)met, we’d be stran (Cm)gers, you and I.

Still, We I had play (Cm)that that mix mix tape tape ev er y week end,

got it re peat ing,

got it re peat ing.

You were my (Bb)Sep tem ber song, sum mer (Cm)last ed too long.

(Ab)Time moves so slow ly when you’re on ly fif teen.

You were my (Bb)Sep tem ber song, tell me, (Cm)where have you gone?

Do you re mem ber me?

We were on ly fif teen and I,

I re mem ber the (Ab)cho rus,

they were sing ing it (Eb)for us.

You were my (Bb)Sep tem ber song, that I’m (Cm)sing ing a long,

do think you ing ’bout re mem you ber and me?

me, oh, were on ly fif teen.

Some times, I what a me lo dy.

And as the years go (Bbm7)by,

you will still be (Ab)my,

be my...

(Sep tem ber song)

You are my.

You are my (Bb)Sep tem ber song,

I re mem ber the (Ab)cho rus,

they were sing ing it (Eb)for us.

September Song — Piano Accompaniment Track

Free piano accompaniment for "September Song" by JP Cooper. Sing along or play your instrument over the backing piano. Toggle the vocal melody on/off, change key to fit your voice, adjust tempo. Key of Ab, 94 BPM.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (Ab) 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:

Fall Down Lead Sheet

About “September Song”

What key is the piano accompaniment for "September Song" by JP Cooper in?: The backing track is in Ab at 94 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 "September Song" 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 "September Song"?: Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "September Song", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "September Song" 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 "September Song"?: Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "September Song"?: "September Song" was originally performed by JP Cooper. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.