(CN.C.)It’s not the (Cmaj9)pale moon
that ex (Gm7)cites me,
that thrills
and de (G)lights me;
oh (A7b9)no,
it’s just the (G7b9)near ness
of (Em7)you.
It (C6)is n’t your sweet
(Gm7)con ver sa tion
that brings
this sen (Fdim)sa tion;
oh no,
it’s just the (G)near ness
of (B)you.
When you’re in my (G7b9)arms
and I feel you
so close
to me,
all my
wild est dreams
came (Dm7)true.
I need (Cmaj7)no soft (C69)lights
to en (C11)chant me,
if you
will on ly grant me
the right
to hold you (G7)ev er
so tight,
and to feel
in the (Dm7)night
the near ness of (B)you.
The Nearness Of You — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "The Nearness Of You" by Norah Jones: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key C, 56 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (C) 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 Nearness Of You”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "The Nearness Of You" by Norah Jones in?
- The backing track is in C at 56 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 Nearness Of You" 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 Nearness Of You"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "The Nearness Of You", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "The Nearness Of You" 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 Nearness Of You"?
- 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 Nearness Of You"?
- "The Nearness Of You" was originally performed by Norah Jones. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Norah Jones are available?
- Other accompaniments by Norah Jones: "Come Away With Me", "Don't Know Why", "Don't Know Why". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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