Human

by The Killers
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Lyrics

I (Bb)did my best to no tice send when the (Eb)call came down the line.

Up to the (F)plat form of sur ren der they I was (Eb)brought but I was kind.

And (Bb)some times I get de ner vous you when I (Eb)see an o pen door.

Close your eyes, clear your heart,

You’ve got ta cut the cord.

Are we hu (Dm)man

or are we dan cer?

My sign is vi tal,

my hands are cold.

And I’m (Bb)on my knees look ing for (Gm)the an swer.

Are we (Cm)hu man

or are we (Bb)dan cer?

Pay my re (Bb)spects to grace and vir tue, send my con (Eb)do len ces to good.

Give my re (F)gards to soul and ro mance, they al ways (Eb)did the best they could.

And (Bb)so long to get de vo tion, you taught me (Eb)ev ’ry thing I know.

Wave good bye, wish me well.

You’ve got ta let me go.

Are we hu (Dm)man

or are we dan cer?

My sign is vi tal,

my hands are cold.

And I’m (Bb)on my knees look ing for (Gm)the an swer.

Are we (Cm)hu man

or are we (Bb)dan cer?

Pay my re

Will your (Eb)sys tem be al right

when you (F#dim)dream of home to night.

There (Ebmaj7)is no mes sage we’re re ceiv ing.

(F6)Let me know, is your heart still beat ing?

Are we hu (F6)man

or are we dan cer?

My sign is vi tal,

my hands are cold.

And I’m (Bb)on my knees look ing for (Gm)the an swer.

You’ve got ta let me know

Are we hu (Dm)man

or are we dan cer?

My sign is vi tal,

my hands are cold.

And I’m (Bb)on my knees look ing for (Gm)the an swer.

Are we (Cm)hu man

or are we (Bb)danc er?

Are we (Eb)hu man

or are we (Gm)dan cer?

Are we (Eb)hu man

or are we (Bb)dan cer?

(Bb)dan cer?

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

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Free karaoke for "Human" by The Killers: 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 Bb, 136 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “Human”

What key is "Human" by The Killers played in?
Human is arranged in the key of Bb on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Human"?
The arrangement plays at 136 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Human" 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 "Human"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Human"?
"Human" was originally performed by The Killers. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Human"?
This arrangement uses 11 chords: Bb, Cm, Dm, Eb, Eb6, Ebmaj7, F, F#dim, +3 more.
What other songs by The Killers can I play here?
Try "WHEN YOU WERE YOUNG", "SOMEBODY TOLD ME", "MR. BRIGHTSIDE". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is there a karaoke version of "Human" with lyrics?
Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Human" by The Killers. 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 "Human" to match my voice or capo?
Yes. The original is in Bb, 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 "Human" 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.