Human Nature

by Michael Jackson
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(G)Look ing out

’cross the (Asus4)night time,

the cit y (A)winks a (F#m)sleep less (G)eye.

(G)Hear her voice

shake my (Asus4)win dow,

sweet se (F#m7)du cing (Em7)sighs.

(G)Get me out

in to the (Asus4)night time,

four walls won’t (A)hold me are (F#m)ev to ’ry (G)night.

where.

(G)If this town

is just an (Asus4)ap ple,

then let me (F#m7)take a (Em7)bite.

If they say (G)why, (Asus4)why,

(D)tell ’em that is hu man na ture, (G)why, (A)why,

do they (Em7)do me that way?

If they say (G)why, (A)why,

(D)tell ’em that is hu man na ture, (G)why, (A)why,

do they (Em7)do me that way?

(G)Reach ing out

to touch a (Asus4)strang er,

e lec tric (A)eyes me are (F#m)ev to ’ry (G)night.

where.

(G)See that girl,

she knows I’m (Asus4)watch ing,

she likes the (F#m7)way I (Em7)stare.

If they say (G)why, (Asus4)why,

(D)tell ’em that is hu man na ture, (G)why, (A)why,

does he (Em7)do me that way?

If they say (G)why, (A)why,

(D)tell ’em that is hu man na ture, (G)why, (A)why,

does he (Em7)do me that way?

(Em7)do me that way?

I like (Em7)liv ing this way,

I like (Em7)lov ing this way.

That way, that (A)way,

that way, that way.

(G)Look ing out

a cross the (Asus4)mor ning,

the cit y’s (A)heart be (F#m)gins to (G)beat.

(G)Reach ing out,

I touch her (Asus4)shoul der,

I’m dream ing (F#m7)of the (Em7)street.

If they say (G)why, (A)why,

(D)tell ’em that is hu man na ture, (G)why, (A)why,

does he (Em7)do me that way?

If they say (G)why, (A)why,

oo, tell them, (G)why, (A)why,

does he (Em7)do me that way?

If they say (G)why, (A)why,

(D)shall I touch her, ss ss ss ss, (G)why, (A)why,

does he (Em7)do me that way?

If they say (G)why, (A)why,

oo, tell them, (G)why, (A)why,

does he (Em7)do me that way?

If they say (G)why, (Asus4)why,

oo, tell them, (G)why, (A)why,

does he (Em7)do me that way?

If they say (G)why, (A)why,

(D)da da da da da da da da, (G)why, (A)why,

does he (Em9)do me that way?

I’m like (A11)liv ing this way,

wah (A)oo,

wah (G)oo,

wah (Am7)oo.

Human Nature — Piano Accompaniment (Falling Notes)

Free piano accompaniment for "Human Nature" by Michael Jackson in falling-notes (Synthesia) style. Watch the chord notes fall as you sing or play your instrument over the backing. Adjustable key + tempo. Original key D, 92 BPM.

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

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About “Human Nature

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Human Nature" by Michael Jackson in?
The backing track is in D at 92 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 "Human Nature" 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 "Human Nature"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Human Nature", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Human Nature" 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 "Human Nature"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Human Nature"?
"Human Nature" was originally performed by Michael Jackson. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Michael Jackson are available?
Other accompaniments by Michael Jackson: "Baby Be Mine", "Beat It", "Black Or White". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

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