I’m (Dm7)slow lac ing ing down up the my tune shoe
I but I nev don’t er want liked to it run.
fast.
You I’ll want get to get here there when soon I do
I don’t want need to no get there start last.
ing gun.
It’s It’s (G5)not not be be cause cause I’m I’m old old and it’s it’s not (Gm7)not the what life dy I ing led, does,
I (Gm7)al ways liked it slow that’s what my mom slow is ma in my said.
blood.
I’m (Dm7)slow lac ing ing down up the my tune shoe
I but I nev don’t er want liked to it run.
fast.
You I’ll want get to get here there when soon I do
I don’t want need to no get there start last.
ing gun.
It’s It’s (G5)not not be be cause cause I’m I’m old old and it’s it’s not (Gm7)not the what life dy I ing led, does,
I (Gm7)al ways liked it slow that’s what my mom slow is ma in my said.
blood.
I (Bb)al ways liked it slow:
I (C)nev er liked it fast.
With (Bb)you it’s got to go:
With (C)me it’s got to (A)last.
It’s not be cause I’m old
it’s (Gm)not be cause I’m dead,
I (Gm)al ways liked it slow that’s what my (CN.C.)mom ma said.
(Dm7)All your moves are swift
all your turns are tight.
Let me catch my breath
I thought we had all night.
I (Gm)like to take my time I like to (Gm)lin ger as it (A)flies.
A (Gm)week end on your lips
a life time in your (D5)eyes.
I’m (Bb)slow ing down the tune
I (C)nev er liked it fast.
You (Bb)want to get there soon
I (C)want to get there (A)last.
So ba by let me go
you’re (Gm)want ed back in town.
In (Gm)case they want to know I’m just try’n’ to slow down.
Slow — Piano Accompaniment (Falling Notes)
Free piano accompaniment for "Slow" by Leonard Cohen 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 G, 129 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (G) 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:
About “Slow”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Slow" by Leonard Cohen in?
- The backing track is in G at 129 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 "Slow" 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 "Slow"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Slow", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Slow" 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 "Slow"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Slow"?
- "Slow" was originally performed by Leonard Cohen. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Leonard Cohen are available?
- Other accompaniments by Leonard Cohen: "Almost Like The Blues", "Anthem", "Bird On A Wire". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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