(Ebmaj9)Fri day night and I’m go in’ no where, (Abmaj7)all the lights are chan gin’ green to red.
(Ebmaj9)Turn in’ ov er T.
V.
sta tions, (Abmaj7)si tu a tions run nin’ through my (Ebmaj9)blood head.
On ly (Ebmaj9)Look in’ back through time you know it’s clear that I’ve been blind, I’ve been a (Ebmaj9)fool
to op en up my heart to all that (Ab)jea lous y, that (Bb11)bit ter ness that (Ebmaj9)takes ri di cule.
An’ if you want it,
come an’ get it,
for cry in’ out loud.
The love that I was
giv in’ you was
nev er in doubt.
Let go your heart, let go your head and feel it now.
Let go your heart, let go your head and feel it now, Ba by lon.
Ba by lon.
(Ebmaj9)Sat ur day and I’m run nin’ wild an’ (Abmaj7)all the lights are chan gin’ red to green.
(Ebmaj9)Mo vin’ through the crowds, I’m push in’, (Abmaj7)chem i cals are rus hin’ in my (Ebmaj9)blood stream.
On ly (Ebmaj9)wish that you were here, you know I’m see in’ it so clear, I’ve been a (Ebmaj9)fraid
to show you how I real ly feel, ad (Ab)mit to some of (Bb11)those ter bad mis (Ebmaj9)takes I’ve di made.
An’ if you want it,
come an’ get it,
for cry in’ out loud.
The love that I was
giv in’ you was
nev er in doubt.
Let go your heart, let go your head and feel it now.
Let go your heart, let go your head and feel it now, Ba by lon.
Ba by lon.
now.
Let go your heart, let go your head and feel
it.
Let go your heart, let go your head and feel it now,
Ba by lon.
Ba by lon.
Ba by lon.
Ba by lon.
Ba by lon.
Why, why, why, why, why, why?
Babylon — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Babylon" by David Gray: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key Ab, 104 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (Ab) 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.
Try other practice modes:
About “Babylon”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Babylon" by David Gray in?
- The backing track is in Ab at 104 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 "Babylon" 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 "Babylon"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Babylon", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Babylon" 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 "Babylon"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Babylon"?
- "Babylon" was originally performed by David Gray. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by David Gray are available?
- Other accompaniments by David Gray: "Alibi", "Sail Away", "This Year's Love". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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