(D)Stand
ing
on the edge of for (G)ev
er,
at the start of what (Bm)ev
er,
shout ing love at the (F#m)world.
(D)Back then
we were like (G)cave men.
But we met the (Bm)moon and the stars or
then we for (F#m)gave ing them.
We will meet you where the lights are.
The de fend ers of the faith, we are.
(Em)Where the thun der turns a round they’ll (G)run so hard we’ll tear the ground a (Bm)way.
You know (C#)no
one (B)dies
in these (Em)love
drowned
(B)eyes.
Through our (Em)love
drowned
(B)eyes Then we’ll watch you (F#sus4)sleep to night.
(G)Al though no one un der (D)stood we were hold ing back the flood, learn ing how to dance the rain.
(G)We were hold ing back the flood.
They said we’d nev er dance a gain.
(D)Bleed
in’,
but of us (G)leav
in’.
But Wash your mouth (Bm)son, and the stars
or
you’ll your self (F#m)float ing home.
Here we come now,
on a dark star,
see ing de mons,
not what we are.
are.
(Em)Ti ny minds and ea ger hands will (G)try to strike, but now will end to (Bm)day.
You There’s (C#)pro gress
(B)now
where there (Em)once was
(B)none.
Where there (Em)once was
(B)none.
Then ev ’ry thing (F#sus4)came a long.
(G)Al though no one un der (D)stood we were hold ing back the flood, learn ing how to dance the rain.
(G)There was more of them than us, They now they’ll nev er dance a gain.
(G)Al though no one un der (D)stood, there was more of them than us, learn ing how to dance the rain.
(G)We were hold ing back the flood.
They said we’d nev er dance a gain.
(Bm)way.
(G)Hey.
(G)Hey.
(G)Al though no one un der (D)stood, there was more of them them us, learn ing how to dance the rain.
(G)There was more of them than us, now they’ll nev er dance a gain.
Now we’ll nev er dance a gain.
(G)Oh, ah.
(D)Oh, ah.
(A)Oh, ah.
Oh, ah.
The Flood — Piano Accompaniment (Falling Notes)
Free piano accompaniment for "The Flood" by Take That 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 D, 100 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (D) 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 “The Flood”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "The Flood" by Take That in?
- The backing track is in D at 100 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 "The Flood" 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 "The Flood"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "The Flood", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "The Flood" 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 "The Flood"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "The Flood"?
- "The Flood" was originally performed by Take That. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Take That are available?
- Other accompaniments by Take That: "Back For Good", "Giants", "Greatest Day". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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