(C)All you preach ers who de light in slam ming the (Ab)danc ing teach ers, let me tell you there are a (A)lot of fea tures of the dance that car ry you (Bb)through
(A7)the (Ab7)gates (G7)of (F#7)Hea (F7)ven.
It’s mad ness to be al ways sit ting a (B)round in sad ness, when you could be learn ing the (C)steps of glad ness.
You’ll be hap py when you can (Db)do
(C7)just (B7)six (Bb7)or (A7)se (Ab7)ven; be gin to day!
You’ll find it nice,
the quick est way (G)to (C)Pa ra (G)dise.
(E)When you prac tise, here’s the (B7)thing to do, sim ply (C#)say as you (G7)go:
(C)I’ll build a (G7)stair way to (C)Pa ra dise (G7)with a (C)new step ev ’ry (C7)day!
(F)I’m going to (C7)get there at (F7)a ny price; stand a (C)side, I’m (Eb)on my (G7)way!
I’ve got the (C)blues
and up a bove it’s so fair.
(Ab7)Shoes!
Go on and car ry me there!
(C)I’ll build a (G)stair way to (C)Pa ra (A11)dise (A7)with a (D7)new step (G7)ev ’ry (C)day.
(C)I’ll build a (G7)stair way to (C)Pa ra dise (G7)with a (C)new step ev ’ry (C7)day!
(F)I’m going to (C7)get there at (F7)a ny price; stand a (C)side, I’m (Eb)on my (G7)way!
I’ve got the (C)blues
and up a bove it’s so fair.
(Ab7)Shoes!
Go on and car ry me there!
(C)I’ll build a (G)stair way to (C)Pa ra (A11)dise (A7)with a (D7)new step (G7)ev ’ry (C)day.
(Ab7)day.
I'll Build A Stairway To Paradise — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "I'll Build A Stairway To Paradise" by Rufus Wainwright: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key C, 130 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.
Try other practice modes:
About “I'll Build A Stairway To Paradise”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "I'll Build A Stairway To Paradise" by Rufus Wainwright in?
- The backing track is in C at 130 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 "I'll Build A Stairway To Paradise" 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 "I'll Build A Stairway To Paradise"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "I'll Build A Stairway To Paradise", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "I'll Build A Stairway To Paradise" 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 "I'll Build A Stairway To Paradise"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "I'll Build A Stairway To Paradise"?
- "I'll Build A Stairway To Paradise" was originally performed by Rufus Wainwright. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Rufus Wainwright are available?
- Other accompaniments by Rufus Wainwright: "Cigarettes And Chocolate Milk", "Hallelujah". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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