What key is the piano accompaniment for "Blue Smoke" by Dolly Parton in?

The backing track is in D at 125 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 "Blue Smoke" 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 "Blue Smoke"?

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

Can I use "Blue Smoke" 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 "Blue Smoke"?

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

Who wrote "Blue Smoke"?

"Blue Smoke" was originally performed by Dolly Parton. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.

What other backing tracks by Dolly Parton are available?

Other accompaniments by Dolly Parton: "Coat Of Many Colors", "Here You Come Again", "Home". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

Lyrics

Blue Smoke climb in’ up the moun tain, Blue Smoke wind in’ round the bend.

Blue Smoke is the name of the heart break train that I am rid in’ in.

I left a note I wrote I’m leav ing and I won’t be com ing back.

Blue Smoke (Bm)roll ing, (A)roll ing, (G)roll ing, roll ing, (A)roll ing (G)down the (D)track.

(Bm)Click a dee, click a dee, click a dee clack, just stay on track and nev er look back.

(Bm)Choo choo, choo choo, woo woo woo.

Blue (A)Smoke is (G)com in’ through.

Oh, I (D)know I’m gon na miss you but I (A)hope it ain’t for long.

And I won der if you’re e ven gon na (G)no tice that I’m gone.

Oh, it hurts to know you cheat ed and it (G)hurt to know you lied.

But it hurts me e ven worse to know you (A)nev er e ven (D)tried.

I packed my suit case full of heart aches, head in’ (G)to the train de pot.

And I bought a one way tick et on that train they call Blue (D)Smoke.

I left the sta tion straight up mid night, feel in’ (G)lone ly, lost and blue.

In a trail of blue smoke with my heart broke, I (A)said good bye to you.

Blue Smoke climb in’ up the moun tain, Blue Smoke (C)wind in’ round the bend.

Blue Smoke is the name of the heart break train that I am rid in’ in.

I left a note I wrote I’m leav ing and I won’t be com ing back.

Blue Smoke (Bm)roll ing, (A)roll ing, (G)roll ing, roll ing, (A)roll ing (G)down the (D)track.

(Bm)Click a dee, click a dee, click a dee clack, just stay on track and nev er look back.

(Bm)Choo choo, choo choo, woo woo woo, Blue (A)Smoke is (G)com in’ through.

(E)Climb in’ up the moun tain, (B)wind in’ round the bend.

Blue Smoke (E)is the name of the heart break train that I am rid in’ in.

Left a note I wrote I’m leav ing, (B)won’t be com ing back.

Blue Smoke (E)roll ing, roll ing, (A)roll ing, (B)roll ing down the (E)track.

(C#m)Roll ing, (B)roll ing, (A)roll ing, roll ing, (B)roll ing (A)down the (E)track.

Woo,

roll with me now.

Blue Smoke (CN.C.)climb in’ up the moun tain, Blue Smoke wind in’ round the bend.

Blue Smoke is the name of the heart break train that I am rid in’ in.

I left a note I wrote I’m leav ing and I won’t be com ing back.

Blue Smoke (C#m)roll ing, (B)roll ing, (A)roll ing, roll ing, (B)roll ing (A)down the (E)track.

(E)Climb in’ up the moun tain, Blue Smoke (B)wind in’ round the bend.

(E)Roll ing, roll ing, roll ing, roll ing.

(B)roll ing down the track.

Blue Smoke climb in’, I said good (B)bye and, oh, I’m (E)roll ing, roll ing, roll ing, roll ing.

(B)roll ing down the track.

Oh, I’m roll ing, roll ing, roll ing, roll ing, (B)roll ing down the (C#m)track.

Blue Smoke — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet

Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Blue Smoke" by Dolly Parton: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key D, 125 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.

Try other practice modes:

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About “Blue Smoke”

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Blue Smoke" by Dolly Parton in?: The backing track is in D at 125 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 "Blue Smoke" 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 "Blue Smoke"?: Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Blue Smoke", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Blue Smoke" 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 "Blue Smoke"?: Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Blue Smoke"?: "Blue Smoke" was originally performed by Dolly Parton. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Dolly Parton are available?: Other accompaniments by Dolly Parton: "Coat Of Many Colors", "Here You Come Again", "Home". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.