18

by 5 Seconds of Summer
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(Ooh.)

(Ooh.)

And I wish, (F#5)she that I was (G5)eight een, do all the things (F#5)you read in the (G5)ma ga zines.

I’m, I’m not say in’ (F#5)I wan na be (G5)Char lie Sheen.

She’s just (F#5)a lit tle bit (G5)old er But I want I to get to (G5)know her.

But But she said (F#5)it’s al read y (G5)o ver.

So tell me what else can I (G)do?

I bought my (A)fake I.

D.

for (D)you.

She told me to meet her (A)there I can’t af ford a bus (Em)fare.

I’m not old e nough for her (G)I’m just wait ing (Gm)till I’m eight een.

(Ooh.)

And I think (F#5)she wants to get (G5)with me but, she’s the got (F#5)a job in the (G5)cit ga y.

I’m, I’m Says that in’ (F#5)she’s al ways too (G5)bu lie sy.

She’s got (F#5)a naugh ty tat (G5)too in a place that I wan get na (G5)get to.

But But my mum (F#5)still drives me to (G5)school.

ver.

So tell me what else can I (G)do?

I bought my (A)fake I.

D.

for (D)you.

She told me to meet her (A)there I can’t af ford a bus (Em)fare.

I’m not old e nough for her (G)I’m just wait ing (Gm)till I’m eight een.

(Ooh.)

(Gm7)till I’m eight een.

You got me wait ing in a (A)queue for a bar I can’t get in (Em)to.

I’m not old e nough for you (G)I’m just wait ing (Gm)till I’m eight een.

(E5)In my be droom think ing of ya.

Your (B5)pic tures in my pri vate fold er.

I (Bm)know one day that I will hold her.

I’ll (Em)make my move when I get old er, (G)make my move when I get old er.

She told me to meet her (A)there I can’t af ford a bus (Em)fare.

I’m not old e nough for her (G)I’m just wait ing (Gm7)till I’m eight een.

You got me wait ing in a (A)queue for a bar I can’t get in (Em)to.

I’m not old e nough for you (G)I’m just wait ing (Gm)till I’m eight een.

(G)I’m so sick of (Gm7)wait ing till I’m eight (D)een.

18 — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet

Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "18" by 5 Seconds of Summer: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key D, 160 BPM.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (D) sits too high or low for your voice, use the transpose control to shift the accompaniment into a comfortable range — the backing moves with you. Need a pitch reference? Tap the mic icon to bring the vocal melody in.

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About “18

What key is the piano accompaniment for "18" by 5 Seconds of Summer in?
The backing track is in D at 160 BPM. If that doesn't sit in your vocal range, use the live transpose control to shift up or down semitones — the accompaniment moves with the new key automatically.
Can I sing over "18" with this accompaniment?
Yes — that's exactly what it's built for. The vocal melody is muted by default so you can sing freely. Need a pitch reference? Tap the mic icon to bring the melody back in at a lower volume.
Is this a karaoke version of "18"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "18", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "18" as a backing track for my instrument?
Absolutely. Singers, guitarists, violinists, wind players, and instrumental practice in general all work — the piano holds the harmony so you can carry the melody on whatever instrument you play.
Can I download the accompaniment for "18"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "18"?
"18" was originally performed by 5 Seconds of Summer. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by 5 Seconds of Summer are available?
Other accompaniments by 5 Seconds of Summer: "Amnesia", "Amnesia", "Good Girls". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

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