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Here am (D)I with you
in a (A7)world of blue,
and we’re (D)danc ing to the tan go we loved when (A7)we first met;
while the (D)mus ic plays,
we re (A7)call the days
when our (D)love was a tune that (A7)we could n’t soon for (D)get.
As I (G)kiss your cheek,
we don’t (D)have to speak,
the vi o (A7)lins, like a (Em7)choir, ex (Ebdim7)press the de sire we used to (D)know
not long a (D7)go.
So just (G)hold me tight
in your (D)arms to night
and this Blue (A7)Tan go will (Em7)be our (Ebdim7)thrill ing mem o (A7)ry of (D)love.
Blue Tango — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along
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Free karaoke for "Blue Tango" by Leroy Anderson: 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 D, 95 BPM.
Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.
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About “Blue Tango”
- What key is "Blue Tango" by Leroy Anderson played in?
- Blue Tango is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Blue Tango"?
- The arrangement plays at 95 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Blue Tango" easy to play on piano?
- This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
- Can I download sheet music for "Blue Tango"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Blue Tango"?
- "Blue Tango" was originally performed by Leroy Anderson. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Blue Tango"?
- This arrangement uses 7 chords: A7, D, D7, Ebdim7, Em7, G, Gm.
- What other songs by Leroy Anderson can I play here?
- Try "Blue Tango", "Sleigh Ride", "Sleigh Ride". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is there a karaoke version of "Blue Tango" with lyrics?
- Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Blue Tango" by Leroy Anderson. 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 "Blue Tango" to match my voice or capo?
- Yes. The original is in D, 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 "Blue Tango" 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.