I (Db)wish
I knew how
it would feel
to be free.
I wish
I could break
all the chains
hold ing me.
I (Db)wish
I could say
all the things
that I should say.
Say ’em loud,
say ’em clear
for the whole wide world to hear.
I (Db)wish
I knew how
it would feel
to be free.
I wish
I could break
all the chains
hold ing me.
I (Db)wish
I could say
all the things
that I should say.
Say ’em loud,
say ’em clear
for the whole wide world to hear.
I (Db)wish
I could be
like a bird
in the sky.
How sweet
it would be
if I found
I could fly.
Well I’d (Db)soar
to the sun
and look (Gbmaj7)down
at the sea.
And I’d sing
’cause I’d know
how it feels
to be free.
I
Say ’em loud,
say ’em clear,
for the whole wide world to hear.
Say ’em loud,
say ’em clear,
for the whole
wide world to hear.
One love,
one dove,
one life, you’ve got ta (Db)do what you should.
One life
with each oth er,
sis ters,
bro ther,
one love but we’re not the same.
We got ta car ry each oth er, car ry each oth er.
Oh.
Oh.
Oh.
Oh.
I wish
I knew how
it would feel
to be free.
I wish
I knew how
it would feel
to be free.
Free/one (I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be And One) — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Free/one (I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be And One)" by Lighthouse Family: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key Gb, 96 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (Gb) 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 “Free/one (I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be And One)”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Free/one (I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be And One)" by Lighthouse Family in?
- The backing track is in Gb at 96 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 "Free/one (I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be And One)" 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 "Free/one (I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be And One)"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Free/one (I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be And One)", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Free/one (I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be And One)" 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 "Free/one (I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be And One)"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Free/one (I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be And One)"?
- "Free/one (I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel To Be And One)" was originally performed by Lighthouse Family. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Lighthouse Family are available?
- Other accompaniments by Lighthouse Family: "High". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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