What key is the piano accompaniment for "Let Her Go" by Passenger in?

The backing track is in C at 76 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 "Let Her Go" 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 "Let Her Go"?

Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Let Her Go", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.

Can I use "Let Her Go" 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 "Let Her Go"?

Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.

Who wrote "Let Her Go"?

"Let Her Go" was originally performed by Passenger. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.

What other backing tracks by Passenger are available?

Other accompaniments by Passenger: "27", "All The Little Lights", "Beautiful Birds". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

Lyrics

Well, you on ly need the (C)light when it’s burn ing low.

On ly miss the (D)sun when it starts to snow.

On ly know you (C)love her when you let her go.

On ly know you’ve been (C)high when you’re feel ing low.

On ly hate the (D)road when you’re miss in’ home.

On ly know you (C)love her when you let her go.

And you let her go.

(Em)Star ing at the bot tom of your (Cmaj7)glass, hop ing one day you’ll feel make a ing dream in your (Bm)last.

heart.

But ’Cause dreams love come slow slow and they go so fast.

Well, You you (Em)see see her her when when you you close a your sleep, (C)eyes, but may nev be er to one touch day you’ll un nev der er stand to keep (Bm)why ’cause you ev loved ’ry her thing too you (Em)touch much and sure you dived ly dies.

too deep.

But you on ly need the (C)light when it’s burn ing low.

On ly miss the (D)sun when it starts to snow.

On ly know you (C)love her when you let her go.

On ly know you’ve been (C)high when you’re feel ing low.

On ly hate the (D)road when you’re miss in’ home.

On ly know you (C)love her when you let her go.

(Em)Star ing at the ceil ing in the (Cmaj7)dark, same old emp ty you’ll feel make a ing dream in your (Bm)last.

heart.

But ’Cause dreams love comes slow slow and it goes so fast.

Well, You you (Em)see see her her when when you you fall a your sleep, (C)eyes, but may nev be er to one touch and you’ll un nev der er stand to keep (Bm)why ’cause you ev loved ’ry her thing too you (Em)touch much and sure you dived ly dies.

too deep.

Well, you on ly need the (C)light when it’s burn ing low.

On ly miss the (D)sun when it starts to snow.

On ly know you (C)love her when you let her go.

On ly know you’ve been (C)high when you’re feel ing low.

On ly hate the (D)road when you’re miss in’ home.

On ly know you (C)love her when you let her go.

And you let her go.

Oh,

oh no.

And you let her go.

Oh,

oh no.

Well, you let her go.

’Cause you on ly need the

’Cause you on ly need the (C)light when it’s burn ing low.

On ly miss the (D)sun when it starts to snow.

On ly know you (C)love her when you let her go.

On ly know you’ve been (CN.C.)high when you’re feel ing low.

On ly hate the road when you’re miss in’ home.

On ly know you love her when you let her go.

And you let her go.

Let Her Go — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet

Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Let Her Go" by Passenger: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key C, 76 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:

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About “Let Her Go”

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Let Her Go" by Passenger in?: The backing track is in C at 76 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 "Let Her Go" 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 "Let Her Go"?: Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Let Her Go", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Let Her Go" 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 "Let Her Go"?: Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Let Her Go"?: "Let Her Go" was originally performed by Passenger. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Passenger are available?: Other accompaniments by Passenger: "27", "All The Little Lights", "Beautiful Birds". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.