(Bm)I caught you (A)watch ing me (Em)un der the light, can I be your (Bm)line?
(Bm)They say it’s (A)eas y to (Em)leave you be hind I don’t wan na (Bm)try.
Cut co ver, take that test.
Hold cou rage to your chest.
Don’t want to wait for you.
Don’t want to have to lose all that I’ve com pro mised to feel an oth er high, I’ve got to keep it down to (Em)night.
And (Bm)oh,
(D)I was a king un der (A)your con trol.
And (Bm)oh,
(D)I wan na feel like you’ve (A)let me go, so (D)let me go.
I had to break my self to (Em)car ry on.
No love and no ad mis sion, (Em)take this from me to night.
(Em)Oh,
let’s fight.
(Em)Oh,
let’s fight.
(Em)Oh,
let’s fight.
(Em)Oh.
And (Bm)oh,
(D)I was a king un der (A)your con trol.
And (Bm)oh,
(D)I wan na feel like you’ve (A)let me go, so (D)let me go.
Let go, let go, let go of (D)ev’ ry thing.
Let go, let go, let go of (D)ev’ ry thing.
Let go, let go, let go of (D)ev’ ry thing.
Let go, let go, let go of (D)ev’ ry thing.
King — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "King" by Years & Years: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key D, 120 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 “King”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "King" by Years & Years in?
- The backing track is in D at 120 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 "King" 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 "King"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "King", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "King" 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 "King"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "King"?
- "King" was originally performed by Years & Years. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Years & Years are available?
- Other accompaniments by Years & Years: "Eyes Shut", "If You're Over Me", "King". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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