About “Hey Jude”

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Hey Jude" by The Beatles in?

The backing track is in Bb at 74 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 "Hey Jude" 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 "Hey Jude"?

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

Can I use "Hey Jude" 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 "Hey Jude"?

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

Who wrote "Hey Jude"?

"Hey Jude" was originally performed by The Beatles. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.

What other backing tracks by The Beatles are available?

Other accompaniments by The Beatles: "All You Need Is Love", "All You Need Is Love", "Back In The U.S.S.R.". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.