What key is the piano accompaniment for "Ghost" by Ella Henderson in?

The backing track is in A at 106 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 "Ghost" 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 "Ghost"?

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

Can I use "Ghost" 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 "Ghost"?

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

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

What other backing tracks by Ella Henderson are available?

Other accompaniments by Ella Henderson: "All Again", "Beautifully Unfinished", "Empire". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

Lyrics

(A)I keep (F#m)go ing to (E)the riv er to pray ’cause (A)I need (F#m)some thing that (E)can wash out the pain.

And (A)at most I’m (F#m)sleep ing all (E)these de mons a way.

But (A)your ghost, the (F#m)ghost of you, (E)it keeps me a wake.

My friends had you (F#m)fig ured out.

I Yeah, they saw what’s in side of you.

You tried hid in’ a (Dmaj7)noth er you.

But your e vil was (Bm)com ing through.

These eyes sit ting (F#m)on the wall, they watch ev ’ry move I make.

Bright light liv in’ (Dmaj7)in the shade.

Your cold heart makes the (Bm)spi rit shake.

I had to (Bm)go through hell to prove I’m (F#m)not in sane.

Had to meet the Dev il just to know his name.

And that’s when my love was burn ing.

Yeah, it’s still burn ing.

(A)I keep (F#m)go ing to (E)the riv er to pray ’cause (A)I need (F#m)some thing that (E)can wash out the pain.

And (A)at most I’m (F#m)sleep ing all (E)these de mons a way.

But (A)your ghost, the (F#m)ghost of you, (E)it keeps me a wake.

(A)I keep (F#m)go ing to (E)the riv er to pray ’cause (A)I need (F#m)some thing that (E)can wash out the pain.

And (A)at most I’m (F#m)sleep ing all (E)these de mons a way.

But (A)your ghost, the (F#m)ghost (CN.C.)of you, it keeps me a wake.

Each time that I (A)I keep (F#m)go ing to (E)the riv er to pray ’cause (A)I need (F#m)some thing that (E)can wash out the pain.

And (A)at most I’m (F#m)sleep ing all (E)these de mons a way.

But (A)your ghost, the (F#m)ghost of you, (E)it keeps me a wake.

(A)I keep (F#m)go ing to (E)the riv er to pray ’cause (A)I need (F#m)some thing that (E)can wash out the pain.

And (A)at most I’m (F#m)sleep ing all (E)these de mons a way.

But (A)your ghost, the (F#m)ghost (CN.C.)of you, it keeps me a wake.

Give up the ghost.

Stop the haunt ing ba by.

Give up the ghost.

No more haunt ing ba by.

I keep go ing to the riv er.

(A)I keep (F#m)go ing to (E)the riv er to pray ’cause (A)I need (F#m)some thing that (E)can wash out the pain.

And (A)at most I’m (F#m)sleep ing all (E)these de mons a way.

But (A)your ghost, the (F#m)ghost of you, (E)it keeps me a wake.

(A)I keep (F#m)go ing to (E)the riv er to pray ’cause (A)I need (F#m)some thing that (E)can wash out the pain.

And (A)at most I’m (F#m)sleep ing all (E)these de mons a way.

But (A)your ghost, the (F#m)ghost of you, (E)it keeps me a wake.

And at most I’m sleep ing all these de mons a way.

But your ghost, the ghost of you, it keeps me a wake.

Ghost — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet

Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Ghost" by Ella Henderson: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key A, 106 BPM.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (A) 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 “Ghost”

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Ghost" by Ella Henderson in?: The backing track is in A at 106 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 "Ghost" 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 "Ghost"?: Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Ghost", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Ghost" 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 "Ghost"?: Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Ghost"?: "Ghost" was originally performed by Ella Henderson. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Ella Henderson are available?: Other accompaniments by Ella Henderson: "All Again", "Beautifully Unfinished", "Empire". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.