What key is the piano accompaniment for "Battles" by Hudson Taylor in?

The backing track is in G at 128 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 "Battles" 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 "Battles"?

Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Battles", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.

Can I use "Battles" 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 "Battles"?

Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.

"Battles" was originally performed by Hudson Taylor. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.

Lyrics

I was (Em)climb ing now I’m fall ing.

I’ve been not a pushed fraid off by a man who has made it to the top and now de fends it ’cause he can.

And I have found

a breach You in raise the his flag, I’ll front tear it (Em)line.

I was (Em)o pen, now I’m hid den from the dan ger of his words.

I have found a good po si tion and I’ll play for what he’s worth.

And he will find

Your no where left to (Em)hide.

I will (C)lift her love and I’ll break your spi rit.

I will (Em)dig a hole and I’ll throw you in it.

On ly (C)time will tell if we’re all just cy nics on the (Am)run.

If we’re all just cy nics come un done.

I was (Em)los ing, now we’re draw ing.

I’m been not a pushed fraid to draw my blood.

who has I’m not back ing down so I’d sur ren der ’cause you should n’t face the truth.

a breach You in raise the his flag, I’ll front tear it (Em)down.

Oh, you (Em)may have won the bat tle but I’ll take the fight to you.

And your flag is on the ground tion and your bones, they rat tle too.

As I break you.

Your fear has now come (Em)true.

I will (C)lift her love and I’ll break your spi rit.

I will (Em)dig a hole and I’ll throw you in it.

On ly (C)time will tell if we’re all just cy nics on the (Am)run.

If we’re all just cy nics come un done.

I was

All just wait ing for the gun.

We are tied to the truth.

The tie that binds me to you.

And I’m act ing on my (C)words

with all that I have (Am)heard.

With hon es ty in (C)mind.

You’ll find that (Em)I’m not the lie, see the truth in my eyes.

(Em)I’m not the lie, see the truth in my eyes.

I will (C)lift her love and I’ll break your spi rit.

I will (Em)dig a hole and I’ll throw you in it.

On ly (C)time will tell if we’re all just cy nics on the (Am)run.

If we’re all just (G)cy nics… I will (C)lift her love and I’ll break your spi rit.

I will (Em)dig a hole and I’ll throw you in it.

On ly (C)time will tell if we’re all just cy nics on the (Am)run.

If we’re all just (G)cy nics… I will (Am)run.

If we’re all just cy nics come un (Em)done.

Battles — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet

Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Battles" by Hudson Taylor: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key G, 128 BPM.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (G) 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:

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About “Battles”

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Battles" by Hudson Taylor in?: The backing track is in G at 128 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 "Battles" 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 "Battles"?: Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Battles", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Battles" 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 "Battles"?: Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Battles"?: "Battles" was originally performed by Hudson Taylor. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.