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(I) What will you do when you get (G#m7)lone ly
and no bod y’s (C7)wait ing (D7)by your side?
You’ve been don’t run ning, I (A)hid er ing much too long.
You know it’s just (B7)your fool up ish (E)pride.
(Am)Lay (Dm)la,
you (C)got me on my knees.
Lay la,
I’m (C)beg ging, dar ling, please.
Lay (Dm)la,
(C)dar ling won’t you (Dm)ease my wor ried (Bb)mind?
(I) tried make to give you con so (G#m7)la tion
when your old man (C7)nal had (D7)let you down.
Like a don’t fool, say we’ll (A)fell er in love with you.
You turned me my (B7)whole world up side (E)down.
(Am)Lay (Dm)la,
you (C)got me on my knees.
Lay la,
I’m (C)beg ging, dar ling, please.
Lay (Dm)la,
(C)dar ling won’t you (Dm)ease my wor ried (Bb)mind?
Lay la,
you (C)got me on my knees.
Lay la,
I’m (C)beg ging, dar ling, please.
Lay la,
(C)dar ling, won’t you (Dm)ease my wor ried mind?
Layla — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along
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Free karaoke for "Layla" 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 F, 116 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 “Layla”
- What key is "Layla" by Eric Clapton played in?
- Layla is arranged in the key of F on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Layla"?
- The arrangement plays at 116 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Layla" 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 "Layla"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Layla"?
- "Layla" was originally performed by Eric Clapton. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Layla"?
- This arrangement uses 18 chords: A, Am, Am7, B7, Bb, Bb9, C, C#m, +10 more.
- 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 "Layla" with lyrics?
- Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Layla" 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 "Layla" to match my voice or capo?
- Yes. The original is in F, 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 "Layla" 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.