Turning Tables

by Adele
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Lyrics

Close e nough to start a war.

(Abmaj9)you.

Ooh.

All that I have Where love is lost your is on the floor.

God on ly knows what we’re fight ing (Abmaj9)for.

you

As All hard as that I say, no I will nev er be you al ways say (Ab)more.

(Ab)I can’t keep up with your (Fm7)turn ing ta bles.

Un der (Ab)your thumb I (Absus2)can’t (Bb)breath.

So (Cm7)I won’t (Abmaj7)let you (Eb)close e nough to hurt me.

No, (Cm7)I won’t (Abmaj7)ask you (Eb)you to just de sert me.

I can’t give you

(Ab)what you (Eb)think you (Gm)gave (Bb)me.

It’s time to (Fm7)say (Eb)good (Ab)bye.

To turn ing ta bles.

To turn ing ta bles.

Un der haunt ed skies I see (Abmaj9)you.

Ooh.

Where love is lost your ghost on was found.

I braved a hun dred storms fight to (Abmaj9)leave you

As All hard as you try, say, no I will nev er be you al ways knocked (Ab)down.

(Ab)I can’t keep up with your (Fm7)turn ing ta bles.

Un der (Ab)your thumb I (Absus2)can’t (Bb)breath.

So (Cm7)I won’t (Abmaj7)let you (Eb)close e nough to hurt me.

No, (Cm7)I won’t (Abmaj7)ask you (Eb)you to just de sert me.

I can’t give you

(Ab)what you (Eb)think you (Gm)gave (Bb)me.

It’s time to (Fm7)say (Eb)good (Ab)bye.

To turn ing ta bles.

To turn ing ta bles.

(Cm7)Next time I’ll be brav er, (Abmaj7)I’ll be my own sav iour (Eb)when

the thun der calls for me.

(Cm7)Next time I’ll be brav er, (Abmaj7)I’ll be my own sav iour, (Eb)stand ing on my own two feet.

Turn ing (Cm7)ta bles.

Turning Tables — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet

Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Turning Tables" by Adele: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key Ab, 152 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.

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About “Turning Tables

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Turning Tables" by Adele in?
The backing track is in Ab at 152 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 "Turning Tables" 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 "Turning Tables"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Turning Tables", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Turning Tables" 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 "Turning Tables"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Turning Tables"?
"Turning Tables" was originally performed by Adele. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Adele are available?
Other accompaniments by Adele: "Chasing Pavements", "Don't You Remember", "Hello". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

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