Light

by Sleeping At Last
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(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 — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)

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Classic piano notation for "Light" by Sleeping At Last as an accompaniment / backing track. Both hands engraved at publisher quality in C — sing or play melody on top while the score follows along at 106 BPM. Click any note to jump there.

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.

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About “Light

Is the engraved accompaniment score for "Light" suitable for a pianist?
Yes — both hands are notated in classic piano notation (treble + bass clefs, key C, real chord symbols), engraved server-side from the publisher MusicXML. A staff pianist or accompanist can read this directly from the screen or printed PDF and play the backing while you sing the melody.
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.
What is this accompaniment Sheet Music view?
Same engraver-grade rendering as the standard Sheet Music mode — both hands, classic piano notation, key of C, real chord symbols — but the audio is the karaoke / backing-track arrangement of "Light" with the lead melody removed. Perfect for singers, lead instruments, and ensemble practice.
Can I sing or play melody while the score follows along?
Yes. The backing track removes the melody so you can sing or play it on top while the chord changes and rhythm guide you. The engraved score scrolls in time with the audio so you never lose your place.
Is this the same notation a piano book would show?
Yes — treble + bass clefs, key signature, time signature, beams, dynamics, and chord symbols above the staff, all rendered from the original publisher MusicXML. Identical reading experience to a printed piano accompaniment book.

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