What key is the piano accompaniment for "Hard Out Here" by Lily Allen in?

The backing track is in E at 124 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 "Hard Out Here" 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 "Hard Out Here"?

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

Can I use "Hard Out Here" 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 "Hard Out Here"?

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

Who wrote "Hard Out Here"?

"Hard Out Here" was originally performed by Lily Allen. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.

What other backing tracks by Lily Allen are available?

Other accompaniments by Lily Allen: "22", "Air Balloon", "Fuck You". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

Lyrics

I sup (C#m)pose a I should (B)tell you what (G#m)this bitch is think (A)ing.

Well, You’ll (C#m)find me in the (B)stu di o and (G#m)not in the kit (A)chen.

I won’t be (C#m)brag ging ’bout my (B)cars or (G#m)talk ing ’bout my (A)chains.

You Don’t (C#m)need to shake my (B)arse for you ’cause (G#m)I’ve got a brain.

If I (C#m)told you ’bout my (B)sex life who you’d (G#m)call me a slut.

(A)you?

When boys be (C#m)talk in’ ’bout their (B)bitch es no one’s (G#m)mak ing a fuss.

There’s a glass (C#m)ceil ing to break.

A ha, there’s (G#m)mon ey to make.

And now it’s (C#m)time to speed it (B)up ’cause I can’t (G#m)move at this pace.

Some times it’s (E)hard to find the (B)words to (A)say.

I’ll go a head and say them (G#m)an y (A)way.

For get your (E)balls and grow a (B)pair of tits.

It’s (C#m)hard, it’s (B)hard, it’s (CN.C.)hard out here for a (C#m)bitch.

It’s hard (For a (G#m)bitch, for a (A)bitch.) for a (C#m)bitch.

It’s hard, it’s (G#m)hard out (A)here (B)for a (C#m)bitch.

It’s hard (For a (G#m)bitch, for a (A)bitch.) for a (C#m)bitch.

It’s hard, it’s (G#m)hard out (A)here.

You’re (C#m)not a size should (B)six you and (G#m)you’re not good look (A)ing.

Well, you (C#m)bet ter be the (B)rich di or be (G#m)real good at cook (A)ing.

I You should (C#m)prob ’ly lose some (B)weight ’cause (G#m)we can’t see your (A)bones.

You should (C#m)prob ’ly fix your (B)face or you’ll end (G#m)up on your own.

Don’t you (C#m)want to have some (B)bod y who ob (G#m)jec ti fies slut.

(A)you?

When Have you (C#m)thought a bout your (B)butt?

Who’s gon na (G#m)tear it in two?

We’ve nev er (C#m)had it so good.

A ha, we’re (G#m)out of the woods.

And if you (C#m)can’t de tect the (B)sar ca sm you’ve (G#m)mis un der stood.

Some times it’s (E)hard to find the (B)words to (A)say.

I’ll go a head and say them (G#m)an y (A)way.

For get your (E)balls and grow a (B)pair of tits.

It’s (C#m)hard, it’s (B)hard, it’s (CN.C.)hard out here for a (C#m)bitch.

It’s hard (For a (G#m)bitch, for a (A)bitch.) for a (C#m)bitch.

It’s hard, it’s (G#m)hard out (A)here (B)for a (C#m)bitch.

It’s hard (For a (G#m)bitch, for a (A)bitch.) for a (C#m)bitch.

It’s hard, it’s (G#m)hard out (A)here.

You’re (G#m)hard out (A)here.

A bitch.

(A)Bitch, bitch.

A bitch.

(A)Bitch bitch.

(C#m)(Ah!) A bitch.

A bitch.

(A)Bitch, bitch.

A bitch.

(A)Bitch bitch.

(C#m)(Ah!) A bitch.

(A)Bitch, bitch.

(B)In e (C#m)qua li ty prom (B)is es that it’s (G#m)here to (A)stay.

Al ways (C#m)trust the in jus (B)tice ’cause it’s not (G#m)go ing a (A)way.

In e (C#m)qua li ty prom (B)is es that it’s (G#m)here to (A)stay.

Al ways (C#m)trust the in jus (B)tice ’cause it’s not (G#m)go ing a (A)way.

In e (G#m)go ing a (A)way.

(G#m)hard out (A)here, (C#m)bitch.

It’s hard (For a (G#m)bitch, for a (A)bitch.) for a (C#m)bitch.

It’s hard, it’s (G#m)hard out (A)here (B)for a (C#m)bitch.

It’s hard (For a (G#m)bitch, for a (A)bitch.) for a (C#m)bitch.

It’s hard, it’s (G#m)hard out (A)here.

(Bitch.)

Hard Out Here — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet

Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Hard Out Here" by Lily Allen: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key E, 124 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.

Try other practice modes:

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About “Hard Out Here”

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Hard Out Here" by Lily Allen in?: The backing track is in E at 124 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 "Hard Out Here" 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 "Hard Out Here"?: Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Hard Out Here", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Hard Out Here" 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 "Hard Out Here"?: Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Hard Out Here"?: "Hard Out Here" was originally performed by Lily Allen. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Lily Allen are available?: Other accompaniments by Lily Allen: "22", "Air Balloon", "Fuck You". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.