On A Night Like This

by Dave Barnes
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Lyrics

On (G)a (C)night (D)like (G)this,

I could (Em7)fall (D)in (G)love.

I could (A)fall

in (Dsus4)love

with you.

In (G)this (C)dark (D)so (G)dense,

we a (G)talk so soft,

and the could (Am7)way

young (Dsus4)lov

ers do.

The (Em)day’s last sigh

turns to (B)cool night’s breeze,

and this (G)love hangs thick like these

wil low leaves.

I’ve (C)hid my self a (G)way from this,

but your (C)sil hou (A)ette is the (Dsus4)Ju das kiss.

(G)On a (C)night (D)like (G)this,

I the (Em7)moon (D)sits (G)still,

and the (A)stars

are (Dsus4)watch

ing too.

In (G)The (C)way (D)you (G)move

is a (G)lull a by,

and the could (Am7)fall

in (Dsus4)love

with you.

The (Em)day’s last sigh

turns to (B)cool night’s breeze,

and this (G)love hangs thick like these

wil low leaves.

I’ve (C)hid my self a (G)way from this,

but your (C)sil hou (A)ette is the (Dsus4)Ju das kiss.

(G)On a (Dsus4)Ju das kiss.

On (G)a (C)night (D)like (G)this,

I could (Em7)fall (D)in love.

I could (A)fall

in (Dsus4)love

with you.

On A Night Like This — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "On A Night Like This" by Dave Barnes: 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 G, 60 BPM.

Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.

About “On A Night Like This”

What key is "On A Night Like This" by Dave Barnes played in?
On A Night Like This is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "On A Night Like This"?
The arrangement plays at 60 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "On A Night Like This" easy to play on piano?
This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
Can I download sheet music for "On A Night Like This"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "On A Night Like This"?
"On A Night Like This" was originally performed by Dave Barnes. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "On A Night Like This"?
This arrangement uses 9 chords: A, Am7, B, C, D, Dsus4, Em, Em7, +1 more.
What other songs by Dave Barnes can I play here?
Try "AMEN", "FAMILY TREE", "I HAVE AND ALWAYS WILL". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is there a karaoke version of "On A Night Like This" with lyrics?
Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "On A Night Like This" by Dave Barnes. 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 "On A Night Like This" to match my voice or capo?
Yes. The original is in G, 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 "On A Night Like This" 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.