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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 — Piano Lead Sheet
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"Lay Down Sally" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of A, 190 BPM.
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About “Lay Down Sally”
- Where are the chord symbols for "Lay Down Sally" displayed?
- Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Lay Down Sally" is in A.
- 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.
- Does "Lay Down Sally" have chords and lyrics?
- Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Lay Down Sally" is in the key of A at 190 BPM.
- What chords are in "Lay Down Sally"?
- Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of A, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.