Other arrangements of Summertime Sadness
Pick a learning view or switch to the backing-track version.
(A)Kiss me hard be fore you go,
(B)sum mer time sad ness.
(A)I just wan ted you to know
that, (B)ba by, you the best.
I got my (A)red dress on to night,
danc in’ in the (B)dark in the pale moon light.
Done my hair up (A)real big, beaut y queen style.
High heels off, I’m feel in’ a live.
(A)Oh my God, I (C#m)feel it in the air.
Tel e phone (B)wires a bove are (F#m)siz zlin’ like a snare.
Hon ey (A)I’m on fire, I (C#m)feel it ev ’ry where.
Noth in’ (B)scares me an y more.
(Two, three, four.) (A)Kiss me hard be fore you go,
(B)sum mer time sad ness.
(A)I just want ed you to know
that, (B)ba by, you the best.
I got that sum mer time, (C#m)sum mer time sad ness.
Su su sum mer time, (F#m)sum mer time sad ness.
Got that sum mer time, (C#m)sum mer time sad ness.
(B)Oh, oh, oh.
I’m feel in’ (A)e lec tric
cruis down (B)coast, go in’ ’bout nine ty nine.
Got my bad ba by (A)by my heav en ly side.
I know if I go, I’ll die hap py to night.
(A)Oh my God, I (C#m)feel it in the air.
Tel e phone (B)wires a bove are (F#m)siz zlin’ like a snare.
Hon ey (A)I’m on fire, I (C#m)feel it ev ’ry where.
Noth in’ (B)scares me an y more.
(Two, three, four.) (A)Kiss me hard be fore you go,
(B)sum mer time sad ness.
(A)I just want ed you to know
that, (B)ba by, you the best.
I got that sum mer time, (C#m)sum mer time sad ness.
Su su sum mer time, (F#m)sum mer time sad ness.
Got that sum mer time, (C#m)sum mer time sad ness.
(B)Oh, oh, oh.
I’m feel in’
Think I’ll miss you for ev (C#m)er
like the (A)stars miss the sun in the (F#m)morn ing sky.
La ter’s bet ter than nev (C#m)er,
e ven (B)if you’re gone I’m gon na drive,
drive,
drive.
I got that sum mer time, (C#m)sum mer time sad ness.
Su su sum mer time, (F#m)sum mer time sad ness.
Got that sum mer time, (C#m)sum mer time sad ness.
(B)Oh, oh, oh.
Summertime Sadness — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along
13 people have learned this song
Free karaoke for "Summertime Sadness" by Lana Del Rey: 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 E, 125 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (E) 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 “Summertime Sadness”
- Can I sing "Summertime Sadness" karaoke-style with the lyrics on screen?
- Yes — Karaoke mode puts the lyrics of "Summertime Sadness" 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 E, and you can transpose it to fit your voice.
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Summertime Sadness" by Lana Del Rey in?
- The backing track is in E at 125 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 "Summertime Sadness" 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 "Summertime Sadness"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Summertime Sadness", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Summertime Sadness" 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 "Summertime Sadness"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Summertime Sadness"?
- "Summertime Sadness" was originally performed by Lana Del Rey. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Lana Del Rey are available?
- Other accompaniments by Lana Del Rey: "Blue Jeans", "Blue Velvet", "Born To Die". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
- Is there a karaoke version of "Summertime Sadness" with lyrics?
- Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Summertime Sadness" by Lana Del Rey. 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 "Summertime Sadness" to match my voice or capo?
- Yes. The original is in E, 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 "Summertime Sadness" 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.
More songs you might like
Lust For Life (featuring The Weeknd)
Lana Del Rey