(D)I
won der if one (A7)day that you’ll say that you (D)care, if you’d say you love me (A7)mad ly, I’d glad ly be (D)there, like a pup pet on a (A)string!
(D)Love is just like a (A)mer ry go round
with (A7)all the fun of the fair.
One day I’m feel ing (A)down on the ground
(A7)then I’m up in the air.
(G)Are you lead ing me on?
To (C#)mor row will you be gone?
(D)I
won der if one (A7)day that you’ll say that you (D)care, if you’d say you love me (A7)mad ly, I’d glad ly be (D)there, like a pup pet on a (A)string!
(D)I may win on the (A)round ry a bout, with (A7)then I lose on the swings.
In or out, there is (A)nev er a doubt
(A7)just who’s pull ing the strings.
(G)I’m all tied up in you!
But (C#)where’s it lead ing me to?
(Eb)I
won der if one (Bb7)day that you’ll say that you (Eb)care, if you say you love me (Bb)mad ly, I’d glad ly be (Eb)there, like a pup pet on a (Bb)string!
Like a pup pet on a
string!
Puppet On A String — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Puppet On A String" by Sandie Shaw: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key D, 100 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 “Puppet On A String”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Puppet On A String" by Sandie Shaw in?
- The backing track is in D at 100 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 "Puppet On A String" 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 "Puppet On A String"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Puppet On A String", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Puppet On A String" 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 "Puppet On A String"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Puppet On A String"?
- "Puppet On A String" was originally performed by Sandie Shaw. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
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