(C#m)We’ve been on the run, driv ing in the sun, look ing out for (A)num ber (E)one, Ca li for nia here we (E)come, right back (A)where we start ed (E)from.
Oh (C#m)hust lers grab your guns, your sha dow weighs a ton driv ing down the (A)One O (E)One, Ca li for (A)nia here we (E)come, right back (A)where we start ed (E)from.
Ca li for nia.
Here we come.
(C#m)On the ste re o, lis ten as we go, no thing’s gon na (A)stop me (E)now, Ca li for nia here we (E)come, right back (A)where we start ed (E)from.
The (C#m)pe dal to the floor, your think ing of the roar, got ta get us (A)to the (E)show, Ca li for (A)nia here we (E)come, right back (A)where we start ed (E)from.
Ca li for nia.
Here we come.
Ca li for nia,
Ca li for nia,
here we come.
Oh.
Ca li for nia,
Ca li for nia,
here we come.
Ca li for nia,
Ca li for nia,
here we come.
Ca li for nia,
Ca li for nia,
here we come.
Ca li for nia,
Ca li for nia,
here we come.
California — Piano Accompaniment Track
Free piano accompaniment for "California" by Phantom Planet. Sing along or play your instrument over the backing piano. Toggle the vocal melody on/off, change key to fit your voice, adjust tempo. Key of E, 80 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (E) 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 “California”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "California" by Phantom Planet in?
- The backing track is in E at 80 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 "California" 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 "California"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "California", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "California" 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 "California"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "California"?
- "California" was originally performed by Phantom Planet. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
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