Other arrangements of Lay Down Sally
Pick a learning view.
There is noth ing that is wrong in want ing you to stay here with (D)me.
I (A7)know you’ve got some where to go, but won’t you make your self at home and (D)stay with me?
And don’t you (E)ev er leave.
(A)Lay down, Sal ly, and (D)rest here in my arms.
(E)Don’t you think you want some one to talk to?
Lay down, Sal ly; no (D)need to leave so soon.
(E)I’ve been try ing all night long just to (A)talk to you.
The sun ain’t near ly on the rise, and we still got the moon and a (D)bove.
So (A7)Un der neath the vel vet skies, but love is all that mat ters.
Won’t you (D)stay with me?
And don’t you (E)ev er leave.
(A)Lay down, Sal ly, and (D)rest here in my arms.
(E)Don’t you think you want some one to talk to?
Lay down, Sal ly; no (D)need to leave so soon.
(E)I’ve been try ing all night long just to (A)talk to you.
I (A)talk to you.
(A)talk to you.
Lay Down Sally — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along
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Free karaoke for "Lay Down Sally" by Eric Clapton: 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 A, 190 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 “Lay Down Sally”
- What key is "Lay Down Sally" by Eric Clapton played in?
- Lay Down Sally is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Lay Down Sally"?
- The arrangement plays at 190 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Lay Down Sally" 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 "Lay Down Sally"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Lay Down Sally"?
- "Lay Down Sally" was originally performed by Eric Clapton. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Lay Down Sally"?
- This arrangement uses 4 chords: A, A7, D, E. Only a handful of chords — beginner-friendly.
- What other songs by Eric Clapton can I play here?
- Try "RUNNING ON FAITH", "BELIEVE IN LIFE", "MY FATHER'S EYES". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is there a karaoke version of "Lay Down Sally" with lyrics?
- Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Lay Down Sally" by Eric Clapton. 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 "Lay Down Sally" to match my voice or capo?
- Yes. The original is in A, 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 "Lay Down Sally" 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.