(Am)(Ah,
oh,
ah.
(Am)Ah,
oh.
Ah,
oh,
(C)ah.
(Am)Ah,
oh,
ah.)
May these words
be the first to find your ears:
the world is bright er than the sun
now that you’re here.
Though your eyes will need some time
to ad just
(Dm)to the o
ver whelm ing light
sur round ing (C)us.
I’ll give you ev ’ry thing I have, I’ll teach you ev ’ry thing I know.
I pro mise I’ll do bet ter.
I will al ways hold you close, but I will learn to let you go.
I pro mise I’ll do bet ter.
I will soft en ev ’ry edge, I’ll hold the world to its best,
and I’ll do bet (Dm)ter.
With ev ’ry heart beat I have left I will de fend your ev ’ry breath,
and I’ll do bet (G)ter.
’Cause you are loved,
you are loved more than you know,
I here by pledge all of my days to prove it so.
Though your heart is far too young to re a lise
the un i ma
gi na ble light you hold in side.
I’ll give you ev ’ry thing I have, I’ll teach you ev ’ry thing I know.
I pro mise I’ll do bet ter.
I will al ways hold you close, but I will learn to let you go.
I pro mise I’ll do bet ter.
I will re ar range the stars, pull ’em down to where you are.
With ev ’ry heart beat I have left I’ll de fend your ev ’ry breath.
I will soft en ev ’ry edge, hold the world to its best.
With ev ’ry heart beat I have left I’ll de fend your ev ’ry breath.
Light — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Light" by Sleeping At Last: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key C, 106 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 “Light”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Light" by Sleeping At Last in?
- The backing track is in C at 106 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 "Light" 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 "Light"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Light", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Light" 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 "Light"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Light"?
- "Light" was originally performed by Sleeping At Last. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Sleeping At Last are available?
- Other accompaniments by Sleeping At Last: "I'll Keep You Safe". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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