Symphony

by Clean Bandit feat. Zara Larsson
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Lyrics

(Eb)I’ve been hear (Eb)ing sym pho (Ab)nies,

(Cm)be fore all (Gm)I heard was si (Ab)lence.

A (Eb)rhap so dy (Eb)for you and (Ab)me

and (Cm)ev ’ry me (Gm)lo dy is time (Ab)less.

(Eb)Life was string ing me a (Ab)long,

(Cm)then you came (Gm)and you cut me (Ab)loose.

Was (Eb)so lo sing ing on my (Ab)own.

Now (Cm)I can’t find (Gm)the key with out (Ab)you.

And now your song is on re peat and I’m danc in’ on to your heart beat, and when you’re gone, I feel in com plete.

So, if you want the truth,

I just wan na be part of your (Ab)sym pho ny.

Will you (Cm)hold me (Gm)tight and not let (Ab)go?

(Ab)Sym pho ny,

like a love song (Gm)on the ra di (Ab)o.

Will you (Cm)hold me (Gm)tight and not let (Ab)go?

I’m (Eb)sor ry if it’s all too (Ab)much.

(Cm)Ev ’ry day (Gm)you’re here, I’m heal (Ab)ing.

And (Eb)I was run nin’ out of (Ab)luck.

I (Cm)nev er thought I’d (Gm)find this feel ing

’cause (Cm)I’ve been hear ing (Gm)sym pho (Ab)nies,

(Cm)be fore all I (Gm)heard was si lence.

A (Cm)rhap so dy for (Gm)you and (Ab)me

and (Cm)ev ’ry mel o (Gm)dy is time (Ab)less.

And now your song is on re peat and I’m danc in’ on to your heart beat.

And when you’re gone, I feel in com plete.

So, if you want the truth,

I just wan na be part of your (Ab)sym pho ny.

Will you hold me tight and not let go?

(Ab)Sym pho ny,

like a love song on the ra di o.

(Cm)Will you hold me tight and not let (Ab)go?

(Eb)Ah, ah, ah, ah.

Ah, (Eb)ah, ah.

(Eb)Ah, ah, ah, ah.

Ah, (Eb)ah, ah.

And now your song (Ab)-

(Ab)Sym pho ny.

Will you hold me (Gm)tight and not let go?

Sym (Ab)pho ny,

like a love song on the ra di o.

Will you (Cm)hold me (Gm)tight and not let (Ab)go?

Symphony — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "Symphony" by Clean Bandit feat. Zara Larsson: 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, 120 BPM.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great workout for navigating flat-heavy chord shapes — your right hand will cycle through Ab, Bb, Cm, Eb, and Gm, all of which sit comfortably under the fingers once you commit the black-key geography to memory.

Your left hand uses a pedal bass pattern, meaning it anchors on a single repeated or sustained note while the right hand moves through changes above it — keep that left hand relaxed and steady so it doesn't drift in volume.

The trickiest transition at 120 BPM is usually Ab to Bb, where your hand shifts up a whole step quickly; isolate that two-chord move and loop it slowly until it feels automatic.

I'd suggest learning hands separately first, then combine at around 80 BPM before building up to tempo.

Watch for the tendency to rush during the upbeat chorus sections — tap your foot or count eighth notes aloud to lock in.

Once this clicks, you'll have real confidence moving between minor and major chords with flats, which opens up a huge chunk of the pop repertoire for you.

About “Symphony”

What key is "Symphony" by Clean Bandit feat. Zara Larsson played in?
Symphony 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 "Symphony"?
The arrangement plays at 120 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Symphony" 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 "Symphony"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Symphony"?
"Symphony" was originally performed by Clean Bandit feat. Zara Larsson. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Symphony"?
This arrangement uses 5 chords: Ab, Bb, Cm, Eb, Gm.
Is there a karaoke version of "Symphony" with lyrics?
Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Symphony" by Clean Bandit feat. Zara Larsson. 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 "Symphony" 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 "Symphony" 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.