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I will not (Cm)make
the same mis takes that you did; (Eb)I
will not (Cm)let my self (Fm)cause my heart so much (Fm)mi se ry.
I will not (Cm)break,
the way you did; you fell so (Eb)hard.
I’ve learned the hard way to (Fm)nev er let it get that far.
Be (Eb)cause of (Fm)you, I nev er stray too far from the (Eb)side walk.
Be (Eb)cause of (Fm)you, I learned to play on the (Db)safe side so I don’t get hurt.
Be cause of (Bbm)you, I find it hard to trust not on ly me but ev ’ry (Eb)one a round me.
Be cause of you,
I am a fraid.
lose my (Cm)way
and too long be fore you (Eb)point it out.
I can not cry,
be
I know that’s weak ness in your eyes.
I’m forced to (Cm)fake
a smile, a laugh ev ’ry day of my (Ab)life.
My heart can’t pos si bly break, when it (Fm)was n’t e ven whole to start with.
(Fm)you, I nev er stray too far from the (Eb)side walk.
Be (Eb)cause of (Fm)you, I learned to play on the (Db)safe side so I don’t get hurt.
Be cause of (Bbm)you, I find it hard to trust not on ly me but ev ’ry (Eb)one a round me.
Be cause of you,
I am a fraid.
I watched you (C5)die, I heard you (Fm)cry ev ’ry night in your sleep.
I was so (C5)young, you should have (Fm)known bet ter than to lean on me.
You (Eb)nev er (C5)thought of an y one (Fm)else, you just saw (Eb)your pain;
and now I (Cm)cry in the mid dle of the (Fm)night for the (Ebsus4)same damn thing.
Be (Eb)cause of (Fm)you, I nev er stray too far from the (Eb)side walk.
Be cause of (Fm)you, I learned to play on the (Db)safe side so I don’t get hurt.
Be cause of (Gm)you I try my hard est just to for get ev ’ry thing.
Be cause of (Gm)you, I don’t know how to let an y one else in.
Be cause of you, I’m a shamed of my (Bb)life, be cause it’s emp ty.
Be cause of you, I am
a fraid,
be cause of you,
be (F)cause of you.
Because Of You — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)
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Classic piano notation for "Because Of You" by Kelly Clarkson as an accompaniment / backing track. Both hands engraved at publisher quality in Db — sing or play melody on top while the score follows along at 70 BPM. Click any note to jump there.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (Db) 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 “Because Of You”
- Is the engraved accompaniment score for "Because Of You" suitable for a pianist?
- Yes — both hands are notated in classic piano notation (treble + bass clefs, key Db, 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 "Because Of You" by Kelly Clarkson in?
- The backing track is in Db at 70 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 "Because Of You" 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 "Because Of You"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Because Of You", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Because Of You" 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 "Because Of You"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Because Of You"?
- "Because Of You" was originally performed by Kelly Clarkson. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Kelly Clarkson are available?
- Other accompaniments by Kelly Clarkson: "Heartbeat Song", "Heartbeat Song". 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 Db, real chord symbols — but the audio is the karaoke / backing-track arrangement of "Because Of You" 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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