2 Fingers Of Whiskey

by Elton John
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I (D)cheat ed just to get on by, yeah, I cheat ed just to get on by, if (C)I can’t save my (G)sin ning ways, gon na (C)keep on (G)get ting high.

I’m sleep ing off a week end drunk, sleep ing off a week end drunk, when (C)I’m a wake, I’m (G)look ing back at (C)all the (G)ships I’ve (D)sunk.

Two fin gers of whis key; (G)good old fash ioned rye.

Wish (C)I were bound for (G)glo ry and pro hi bi tion dry.

Two fin gers of whis key; (G)that is all I need.

To (C)keep drown ing the dev (G)il

(F)liv (C)ing in me,

(F)liv (C)ing in me.

I’m (D)hang ing on the hook of the moon, hang ing on that cres cent moon.

If (C)I don’t get out of this (G)bot tle, Lord, you’re (C)gon na (G)see me soon.

Just like a dog, I wan na howl.

Like an old dog, I wan na howl.

(C)Used up all my (G)ac es, who is (C)gon na (G)save me (D)now?

Two fin gers of whis key; (G)good old fash ioned rye.

Wish (C)I were bound for (G)glo ry and pro hi bi tion dry.

Two fin gers of whis key; (G)that is all I need.

To (C)keep drown ing the dev (G)il

(F)liv (C)ing in me,

(F)liv (C)ing in me.

I’m (D)hang ing on the hook of the moon, hang ing on that cres cent moon.

If (C)I don’t get out of this (G)bot tle, Lord, you’re (C)gon na (G)see me soon.

Just like a dog, I wan na howl.

Like an old dog, I wan na howl.

(C)Used up all my (G)ac es, who is (C)gon na (G)save me (D)now?

Go!

(F)liv (C)ing in me,

(F)liv (C)ing in me,

(F)liv (C)ing in me.

2 Fingers Of Whiskey — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)

Classic piano notation for "2 Fingers Of Whiskey" by Elton John as an accompaniment / backing track. Both hands engraved at publisher quality in D — sing or play melody on top while the score follows along at 96 BPM. Click any note to jump there.

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 “2 Fingers Of Whiskey”

Is the engraved accompaniment score for "2 Fingers Of Whiskey" suitable for a pianist?
Yes — both hands are notated in classic piano notation (treble + bass clefs, key D, real chord symbols), engraved server-side from the publisher MusicXML. A staff pianist or accompanist can read this directly from the screen or printed PDF and play the backing while you sing the melody.
What key is the piano accompaniment for "2 Fingers Of Whiskey" by Elton John in?
The backing track is in D at 96 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 "2 Fingers Of Whiskey" 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 "2 Fingers Of Whiskey"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "2 Fingers Of Whiskey", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "2 Fingers Of Whiskey" 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 "2 Fingers Of Whiskey"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "2 Fingers Of Whiskey"?
"2 Fingers Of Whiskey" was originally performed by Elton John. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Elton John are available?
Other accompaniments by Elton John: "A Good Heart", "Blue Eyes", "Candle In The Wind". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
What is this accompaniment Sheet Music view?
Same engraver-grade rendering as the standard Sheet Music mode — both hands, classic piano notation, key of D, real chord symbols — but the audio is the karaoke / backing-track arrangement of "2 Fingers Of Whiskey" with the lead melody removed. Perfect for singers, lead instruments, and ensemble practice.
Can I sing or play melody while the score follows along?
Yes. The backing track removes the melody so you can sing or play it on top while the chord changes and rhythm guide you. The engraved score scrolls in time with the audio so you never lose your place.
Is this the same notation a piano book would show?
Yes — treble + bass clefs, key signature, time signature, beams, dynamics, and chord symbols above the staff, all rendered from the original publisher MusicXML. Identical reading experience to a printed piano accompaniment book.

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