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(D)Stand ing
on the edge of for (G)ev er,
at the start of what (Bm)ev er,
shout ing love at the (F#m)world.
(D)Back then
but we were like (G)cave men.
But we met the (Bm)moon and the stars
or you’ll then we for (F#m)gave ing them.
We will meet you where the lights are.
The de fend ers of the faith, we are.
(Em)Where the thun der turns a round they’ll (G)run so hard we’ll tear the ground a (Bm)way.
You know (C#)no
one (B)dies
in these (Em)love
drowned
(B)eyes.
Through our (Em)love
drowned
(B)eyes Then we’ll watch you (F#sus4)sleep to night.
(G)Al though no one un der (D)stood we were hold ing back the flood, learn ing how to dance the rain.
(G)We were hold ing back the flood.
They said we’d nev er dance a gain.
(D)Bleed
in’,
but none of us (G)leav
in’.
But Wash your mouth (Bm)son, and the stars
or you’ll find your self (F#m)float ing home.
Here we come now,
on a dark star,
see ing de mons,
not what we are.
are.
(Em)Ti ny minds and ea ger hands will (G)try to strike, but now will end to (Bm)day.
You There’s (C#)pro gress
(B)now
where there (Em)once was
(B)none.
Where there (Em)once was
(B)none.
Then ev ’ry thing (F#sus4)came a long.
(G)Al though no one un der (D)stood we were hold ing back the flood, learn ing how to dance the rain.
(G)There was more of them than us, They now they’ll nev er dance a gain.
(G)Al though no one un der (D)stood, there was more of them than us, learn ing how to dance the rain.
(G)We were hold ing back the flood.
They said we’d nev er dance a gain.
(G6)Hey.
(G6)Hey.
(G)Al though no one un der (D)stood, there was more of them them us, learn ing how to dance the rain.
(G)There was more of them than us, now they’ll nev er dance a gain.
Now we’ll nev er dance a gain.
(G)Oh, ah.
(D)Oh, ah.
(A)Oh, ah.
Oh, ah.
The Flood — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along
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Free karaoke for "The Flood" by Take That: 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 D, 100 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 “The Flood”
- What key is "The Flood" by Take That played in?
- The Flood is arranged in the key of D on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "The Flood"?
- The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "The Flood" 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 "The Flood"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "The Flood"?
- "The Flood" was originally performed by Take That. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "The Flood"?
- This arrangement uses 13 chords: A, B, Bm, Bm7, C#m7, D, Em, F#, +5 more.
- What other songs by Take That can I play here?
- Try "Greatest Day", "RULE THE WORLD", "Back For Good". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is there a karaoke version of "The Flood" with lyrics?
- Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "The Flood" by Take That. 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 "The Flood" to match my voice or capo?
- Yes. The original is in D, 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 "The Flood" 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.