(Dm)I (C)have
(F)a (Gm7)tale
(F)to (C)tell.
(Dm)Some (C)times it gets (F)so hard to hide it (F)well.
I was (F)not (Gm7)read y for the (F)fall.
(Dm)Too (C)blind to see (F)the writ ing on the (F)wall.
A (Gm7)man can tell a (F)thou sand lies, I’ve (Gm7)learned my les son well.
Hope (Bb)I live to (Gm7)tell the se cret (F)I have learned, till then
(C)it will (Dm7)burn in (C)side of me.
(Dm)I (C)know
(F)where (Gm7)beau
(F)ty (C)lives.
(Dm)I’ve (C)seen it once, (F)I know the warmth she (F)gives.
The light (F)that (Gm7)you could nev er (F)see.
(Dm)It (C)shines in side, (F)you can’t take that from (F)me.
A (Gm7)man can tell a (F)thou sand lies, I’ve (Gm7)learned my les son well.
Hope (Bb)I live to (Gm7)tell the se cret (F)I have learned, till then
(C)it will (Dm7)burn in (C)side of me.
The (Gm7)truth is nev er (F)far be hind,
you (Gm7)kept it hid den well.
If (Bb)I live to (Gm7)tell the se cret (F)I knew then, will I
(C)ev er (Dm7)have the chance a gain?
If I ran a way,
I’d nev er have the strength to go ver y far.
How would they hear
the beat ing of my heart?
Will it grow cold,
the se cret that I hide,
will I grow old?
How will they (Bb)hear,
when will they learn,
how will they (Dm)know?
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Live To Tell — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Live To Tell" by Madonna: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key G, 80 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (G) 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 “Live To Tell”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Live To Tell" by Madonna in?
- The backing track is in G at 80 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 "Live To Tell" 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 "Live To Tell"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Live To Tell", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Live To Tell" 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 "Live To Tell"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Live To Tell"?
- "Live To Tell" was originally performed by Madonna. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Madonna are available?
- Other accompaniments by Madonna: "American Pie", "Express Yourself", "Frozen". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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