Losing Grip

by Avril Lavigne
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Lyrics

Are you a ware (F6/9)of what you make me feel

(F6/9)ba by?

Right now I feel (F6/9)in vis i ble to you.

Like I’m not (F6/9)real.

Did n’t you (F6/9)feel me lock my arms a round you?

(F6/9)Why’d you turn a way?

(F6/9)Here’s what I have to say.

I was left to cry there.

Wait in’ (F6/9)out side there, grin nin’ with a (G)lost stare.

(F6/9)That’s when I de cid ed, (Asus2)why

(Em)should (G5)I (Fsus2)care?

(G5)’Cause (Asus2)you weren’t there when (Em)I was scared.

(Fsus2)I was so a (D5)lone.

(Asus2)You,

you need (G5)to lis ten.

(G5)I’m (Asus2)start in’ to trip.

I’m (Em)los in’ my grip (G5)and I’m (Fsus2)in this thing a (D)lone.

Am I just some (F6/9)chick you placed be side you (F6/9)to take some bod y’s place?

When you turn (F6/9)a round can you rec og nize (F6/9)my face?

You used to (F6/9)love me, you used to hug me.

(F6/9)But that was n’t the case.

(F6/9)Ev ’ry thing was n’t O K.

(Fsus2)in this thing a (D5)lone.

(D)Cry’n out (F6)loud, I’m cry’n out loud.

(D)Cry’n out (F6)loud, I’m cry’n out loud.

(Fsus2)O pen your eyes.

(Fsus2)O pen up wide.

(Asus2)Why

(Em7)should I care?

(G5)’Cause (Asus2)you weren’t there when (Em7)I was scared.

(Fsus2)I was so a lone.

(Asus2)Why

(Em)should (G5)I (Fsus2)care?

(G5)’Cause (Asus2)you weren’t there when (Em)I was scared.

(Fsus2)I was so a (D5)lone.

(Asus2)Why

(Em)should (G5)I (Fsus2)care?

(G5)If (Asus2)you don’t care, then (Em)I don’t care.

(G5)We’re not (Fsus2)go in’ an y where.

(Asus2)Why

(Em)should (G5)I (Fsus2)care?

(G5)’Cause (Asus2)you weren’t there when (Em)I was scared.

(Fsus2)I was so a (D5)lone.

(Asus2)Why

(Em)should (G5)I (Fsus2)care?

(G5)If (Asus2)you don’t care, then (Em)I don’t care.

(G5)We’re not (Fsus2)go in’ an y where.

Losing Grip — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "Losing Grip" by Avril Lavigne: 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, 100 BPM.

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

About “Losing Grip”

What key is "Losing Grip" by Avril Lavigne played in?
Losing Grip 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 "Losing Grip"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Losing Grip" 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 "Losing Grip"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Losing Grip"?
"Losing Grip" was originally performed by Avril Lavigne. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Losing Grip"?
This arrangement uses 10 chords: Asus2, D, Dpow, Em, Em7, F6, Fsus2, G, +2 more.
What other songs by Avril Lavigne can I play here?
Try "MOBILE", "TOMORROW", "EVERYBODY HURTS". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is there a karaoke version of "Losing Grip" with lyrics?
Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Losing Grip" by Avril Lavigne. 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 "Losing Grip" 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 "Losing Grip" 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.