(Bm)I stared (Gmaj7)up at the (D)sun.
Thought of all of the peo ple, pla ces and things I’ve loved.
(Bm)I stared (Gmaj7)up just to (D)see.
Of all of the fa ces, you were the one next to me.
(Em9)You can feel the (Bm)light start to (Gmaj7)trem ble, wash ing what you (D)know out to sea, yeah.
(Em9)You can see your (Bm)life out the (Gmaj7)win dow to night.
If I lose my (Gmaj7)self to night
it ’ll be by your side.
I’ll lose my (Gmaj7)self to night.
Yeah.
Yeah.
Yeah.
If I lose my (Gmaj7)self to night
it ’ll be you and I.
Lose my (Gmaj7)self to night.
(Bm)I woke (Gmaj7)up with the (D)sun.
Thought of all of the peo ple, pla ces and things I’ve loved.
(Bm)I woke (Gmaj7)up just to (D)see.
Of all of the fa ces, you were the one next to me.
(Em9)You can feel the (Bm)light start to (Gmaj7)trem ble, wash ing what you (D)know out to sea, yeah.
(Em9)You can see your (Bm)life out the (Gmaj7)win dow to night.
If I lose my (Gmaj7)self to night
it ’ll be by your side.
I’ll lose my (Gmaj7)self to night.
Yeah.
Yeah.
Yeah.
If I lose my (Gmaj7)self to night
it ’ll be you and I.
Lose my (Gmaj7)self to night.
Ooh.
(Bm)Take us down and we’ll keep try ing.
(D)For ty thou sand feet, keep fly ing.
(Bm)Take us down and we’ll keep try ing.
(D)For ty thou sand feet, keep fly ing.
(Bm)Take us down and we’ll keep try ing.
(D)For ty thou sand feet, keep fly ing.
(Bm)Take us down and we’ll keep try ing.
(D)For ty thou sand feet, keep fly ing.
keep (CN.C.)fly ing.
I’ll lose my (Gmaj7)self to night.
Ooh.
Ooh.
If I Lose Myself — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "If I Lose Myself" by One Republic: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key D, 140 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.
Try other practice modes:
About “If I Lose Myself”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "If I Lose Myself" by One Republic in?
- The backing track is in D at 140 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 "If I Lose Myself" 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 "If I Lose Myself"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "If I Lose Myself", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "If I Lose Myself" 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 "If I Lose Myself"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "If I Lose Myself"?
- "If I Lose Myself" was originally performed by One Republic. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by One Republic are available?
- Other accompaniments by One Republic: "Love Runs Out". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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