Ich Will, Ich Kann

by Udo Jurgens
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Ein (C)Wort, das al les trägt.

Ein (F)Blick, der nie ver spricht, nur hält, wie (G)ei ne neu e Zeit,

ein A tem zug der E wig keit.

Von (Am)je nem Ta ge (C)an,

an (Fmaj7)dem du vor mir standst, fing (G)ich zu (Em)le

ben (Am)an,

durch (Dm)dich.

Ja ich (Gsus4)will, (G)ich (C)kann.

The (C)sun shine in your eyes,

the (F)day that start ed up my life.

A (G)light that shines for me,

a breath of the e ter ni ty.

The (Am)day you took my (C)hand

I (Fmaj7)knew that you would un der (G)stand, how (Em)life’s

to (Am)live,

that (Dm)means

yes I (Gsus4)can, (G)I (C)will.

Ein Le ben lang mit dir,

ein (Am)Le ben, das ich spür.

Ein (Fmaj7)Le ben lang zu zweit, you are my (Dm)dai ly (G)sun shine.

Ein (C)Pa ra dies wird wahr.

Ein (Am)Wun der, das ge schah.

Ein (Fmaj7)Le ben vol ler Sinn.

To geth er (Dm)we (Em)will (F)win.

Mit (C)dir zu wi der stehn,

für (F)an de re durchs Feu er gehn.

The (G)mo ment when we met,

this mo ment that I won’t for get.

Ich (Am)bleib ein Ko (C)diant,

mit (Fmaj7)Blick ins Mär chen land, gehn (G)wir zu (Em)zweit

durchs (Am)Ziel,

’cause (Dm)know ing you means I (Gsus4)can, (G)I (C)will.

You are my (Dm)dai ly (G)sun shine.

Ein (C)Pa ra dies wird wahr.

Ein (Am)Wun der, das ge schah.

Ein (Fmaj7)Le ben vol ler Sinn.

To geth er (Dm)we (Em)will (F)win.

Du (D)bist das, was ich such,

die (G)No ten ei nes Lie der buchs.

Der (A)Herz schlag ei ner Zeit,

ein A tem zug der E wig keit.

Die (Bm)Welt geht ih ren (D)Gang,

e (Gmaj7)gal was kommt, durch dich I (A)feel like (F#m)I’m

re (Bm)born,

what (Em)means

yes I (G)can,

(A)I

(D)will.

Ich Will, Ich Kann — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet

Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Ich Will, Ich Kann" by Udo Jurgens: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key C, 70 BPM.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (C) 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 “Ich Will, Ich Kann

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Ich Will, Ich Kann" by Udo Jurgens in?
The backing track is in C at 70 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 "Ich Will, Ich Kann" 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 "Ich Will, Ich Kann"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Ich Will, Ich Kann", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Ich Will, Ich Kann" 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 "Ich Will, Ich Kann"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Ich Will, Ich Kann"?
"Ich Will, Ich Kann" was originally performed by Udo Jurgens. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Udo Jurgens are available?
Other accompaniments by Udo Jurgens: "Aber Bitte Mit Sahne", "Das Ist Dein Tag", "Der Teufel Hat Den Schnaps Gemacht". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

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