Redemption Song

by Bob Marley
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Lyrics

Old (G)pi rates, yes, they rob (Em7)I.

Sold I to the (G)mer chant ships

Have no min utes af ter they took (Em)I

from the (G)bot tom less pit.

But my (G)hand

was made strong

by the hand (G)of the Al might y.

We for ward in this gen er (Em)a tion

tri umph ant ly.

Won’t you help to sing

these songs of (G)free dom?

’Cause (C)all I (D)ev er had,

re (D)demp tion songs,

re (D)demp tion songs.

E man ci (G)pate your selves from men tal (Em7)slav ’ry, none but our (C)selves can (G)free our minds.

Have no fear for a tom ic er (Em)gy,

’case none of them can (G)stop the time.

How (G)long shall they kill our (Em7)proph ets while we stand a (G)side and look?

Some say it’s just a (Em)part of We’ve got to ful fill the book.

Won’t you help to sing

these songs of (G)free dom?

’Cause (C)all I (D)ev er had,

re (D)demp tion songs,

re (D)demp tion songs.

E man ci songs,

re (D)dem tion songs.

E man ci - (C)all I (D)ev er had,

re (D)dem tion songs,

these songs of (G)free dom,

(D)songs of free (G)dom.

Redemption Song — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)

Classic piano notation for "Redemption Song" by Bob Marley as an accompaniment / backing track. Both hands engraved at publisher quality in G — sing or play melody on top while the score follows along at 100 BPM. Click any note to jump there.

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.

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About “Redemption Song

Is the engraved accompaniment score for "Redemption Song" suitable for a pianist?
Yes — both hands are notated in classic piano notation (treble + bass clefs, key G, 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 "Redemption Song" by Bob Marley in?
The backing track is in G 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 "Redemption Song" 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 "Redemption Song"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Redemption Song", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Redemption Song" 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 "Redemption Song"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Redemption Song"?
"Redemption Song" was originally performed by Bob Marley. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Bob Marley are available?
Other accompaniments by Bob Marley: "Buffalo Soldier", "One Love/People Get Ready". 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 G, real chord symbols — but the audio is the karaoke / backing-track arrangement of "Redemption Song" 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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