Closer

by The Chainsmokers
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Lyrics

(F)Hey,

(G)I was do ing just (Am)fine be fore I met you, (G)I drink too (F)much and that’s an is sue (G)but I’m o kay.

(F)Hey,

(G)you tell your (Am)friends it was nice to meet them (G)but I (F)hope I nev er see (G)them a gain.

I know it breaks (G)your heart, (Am)moved to the ci ty in a broke (G)down car and

four years, (G)no calls.

(Am)Now you’re look ing pret ty in a ho (G)tel bar and (F)I,

(G)I can’t stop.

No, (F)I,

(G)I can’t stop.

So, (F)ba by, pull me clos (G)er in the (Am)back seat of your Ro (G)ver that I (F)know you can’t af ford.

(G)Bite that (Am)tat too on your shoul (G)der, pull the (F)sheets right off the cor (G)ner of that (Am)mat tress that you stole (G)from your (F)room mate back in Boul (G)der, we ain’t (Am)ev er get ting old (G)er.

We ain’t (Am)ev er get ting old (G)er,

we ain’t (Am)ev er get ting old (G)er.

Closer — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "Closer" by The Chainsmokers: 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 C, 96 BPM.

Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.

About “Closer”

What key is "Closer" by The Chainsmokers played in?
Closer is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Closer"?
The arrangement plays at 96 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Closer" easy to play on piano?
This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
Can I download sheet music for "Closer"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Closer"?
"Closer" was originally performed by The Chainsmokers. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by The Chainsmokers can I play here?
Try "ALL WE KNOW", "PARIS", "Closer (feat. Halsey)". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is there a karaoke version of "Closer" with lyrics?
Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Closer" by The Chainsmokers. 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 "Closer" to match my voice or capo?
Yes. The original is in C, 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 "Closer" 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.