(A5)Pre Nev er When I die your self, and they lay me to rest, got gon na go friend to the place that’s the best.
When I lay me that down (A5)when to die, go ing up (E5)gon to the spi mend rit in the (A5)sky.
spi rit in the sky.
Go ing up up to the spi rit in the sky.
That’s where I’m gon na go (D5)when I die.
When I die and they (A5)lay me to rest I’m gon na (E5)go to the place that’s the (A5)best.
(A5)Pre Nev er pare a die sin ner, and you know it’s a must, I ta have a friend in in Je sus.
the best.
So you know me that down (A5)when you die go ing he’s (E5)gon na re com up you to the (A5)sky.
spi rit in the sky.
Oh, set me up with the spi rit in the sky.
That’s where I’m gon na go (D5)when I die.
When I die and they (A5)lay me to rest I’m gon na (E5)go to the place that’s the (A5)best.
(A)best.
Oh, (B5)- set me up with the spi rit in the sky.
That’s where I’m gon na go (E5)when I die.
When I die and they (B5)lay me to rest I’m gon na (F#5)go to the place that’s the (B5)best.
Go (B5)- on up up to the spi rit in the sky.
That’s where I’m gon na go (E5)when I die.
When I die and they (B5)lay me to rest I’m gon na (F#5)go to the place that’s the (B5)best.
Go (B5)best.
(F#5)Go to the place that’s the (B5)best.
(F#5)Go to the place that’s the (B5)best.
(F#5)Go to the place that’s the (B)best.
Spirit In The Sky — Piano Accompaniment Track
Free piano accompaniment for "Spirit In The Sky" by Gareth Gates. Sing along or play your instrument over the backing piano. Toggle the vocal melody on/off, change key to fit your voice, adjust tempo. Key of A, 128 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (A) 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 “Spirit In The Sky”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Spirit In The Sky" by Gareth Gates in?
- The backing track is in A at 128 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 "Spirit In The Sky" 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 "Spirit In The Sky"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Spirit In The Sky", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Spirit In The Sky" 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 "Spirit In The Sky"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Spirit In The Sky"?
- "Spirit In The Sky" was originally performed by Gareth Gates. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Gareth Gates are available?
- Other accompaniments by Gareth Gates: "Unchained Melody". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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