What key is the piano accompaniment for "History" by One Direction in?

The backing track is in Cb at 132 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 "History" 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 "History"?

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

Can I use "History" 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 "History"?

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

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

What other backing tracks by One Direction are available?

Other accompaniments by One Direction: "Best Song Ever", "Don't Forget Where You Belong", "Drag Me Down". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

Lyrics

You got ta help me,

I’m los ing my mind,

keep get ting the feel ing you wan na (Dbm7)leave this all be hind.

Thought we were (Cb)go ing strong,

I thought we were (Abm7)hold ing on,

aren’t we?

No, they don’t teach ya

this in school,

now my heart’s break ing and I (Dbm7)don’t know what to do.

Thought we were (Cb)go ing strong,

thought we were (Cb)hold ing on,

aren’t we?

You and (Gb)me got a whole lot ta (Ebm)his to ry,

we could (Abm7)be the great est team that the (Cb)world has ev er seen.

You and (Gb)me got a whole lot ta (Ebm)his to ry,

so don’t (Abm7)let it go, we can (Gb)make some more, we can (Cbmaj7)live for (Cb)ev er.

All of the ru mours,

all of the fights,

but we al ways find a way to (Dbm7)make it out a live.

Thought we were (Cb)go ing strong,

thought we were (Abm7)hold ing on,

aren’t we?

You and (Gb)me got a whole lot ta (Ebm)his to ry,

we could (Abm7)be the great est team that the (Cb)world has ev er seen.

You and (Gb)me got a whole lot ta (Ebm)his to ry,

so don’t (Abm7)let it go, we can (Gb)make some more, we can (Cbmaj7)live for (Cb)ev er.

All of the ru mours,

all of the fights,

but we al ways find a way to (Dbm7)make it out a live.

Thought we were (Cb)go ing strong,

thought we were (Abm7)hold ing on,

aren’t we?

You and (Abm7)let it go, we can (Gb)make some more, we can (Cbmaj7)live for (Db7)ev er.

(Cb)Mi ni bars, ex pen sive cars, (Gb)ho tel rooms and (Db)new tat toos, the (Cb)good cham pagne, and pri vate planes, but (Gb)they don’t mean (Db)an y thing.

’Cause the (Cbmaj7)truth is out, I’ve re al ised that with (Ebm)out you here life is just a lie, this is (Abm7)not the end, this is not the end, we can (Db)make it, you know it, you know.

(CN.C.)You and (Gb)me got a whole lot ta (Ebm)his to ry,

we could (Abm7)be the great est team that the (Cb)world has ev er seen.

You and (Gb)me got a whole lot ta (Ebm)his to ry,

so don’t (Abm7)let it go, we could (Gb)make some more, we can (Cbmaj7)live for (Cb)ev er.

You and (Gb)me got a whole lot ta (Ebm)his to ry,

we could (Abm7)be the great est team that the (Cb)world has ev er seen.

You and (Gb)me got a whole lot ta (Ebm)his to ry,

so don’t (Abm7)let it go, we could (Gb)make some more, we can (Cbmaj7)live for (Cb)ev er.

You and (Cbmaj7)live for (Cb)ev er.

So don’t (Abm7)let me go, so don’t (Gb)let me go, we can (Cbmaj7)live for (Cb)ev er.

Ba by (Abm7)don’t you know, ba by (Gb)don’t you know, we can (Cbmaj7)live for (Cb)ev er.

History — Piano Accompaniment Track

Free piano accompaniment for "History" by One Direction. 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 Cb, 132 BPM.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (Cb) 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:

Fall Down Lead Sheet

About “History”

What key is the piano accompaniment for "History" by One Direction in?: The backing track is in Cb at 132 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 "History" 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 "History"?: Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "History", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "History" 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 "History"?: Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "History"?: "History" was originally performed by One Direction. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by One Direction are available?: Other accompaniments by One Direction: "Best Song Ever", "Don't Forget Where You Belong", "Drag Me Down". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.