(Dm)I re mem ber way back, way back when
and it would (Dm)I said I’d nev er wan na see your face a gain.
’Cause you were lov ing, yes, you were lov ing some bod y else.
And I knew, oh, yes I knew I could n’t con trol my self.
And (Dm)now they bring you back in to my life a gain.
And so I (Dm)like put on a face just like your friends.
But I think you know, oh, yes you know what’s go ing on.
’Cause the feel ings in me oh, yes in me are burn ing (G)strong.
But I will (Gm7)nev er be your step ping stone.
Take it (C)all or leave me a lone.
I will nev er be your step ping stone.
I’m stand ing (C)up right on my own.
You (Dm)used to call me up from time to time
and it would (Dm)be so I’d hard for me na not to cross the line.
The words of love lay on my were lips just like a curse.
And I knew, oh, yes I knew I they’d on ly make it worse.
And (Dm)now you have the move to play my a a long.
And so Just (Dm)like the maes a tro beats in your song.
But You get your kicks, you get your kicks from play ing me.
And the less you in give the more I want so fool ish (G)ly.
But I will (Gm7)nev er be your step ping stone.
Take it (C)all or leave me a lone.
I will nev er be your step ping stone.
I’m stand ing (C)up right on my own.
You (C)up right on my own.
Oh.
Oh.
No, I will nev er be your step ping stone.
Take it all
or leave me a lone.
I will nev er be your step ping stone.
I’m stand ing (C)up right on my own.
Nev er be your step ping stone.
Take it all
or leave me a lone.
I will nev er be your step ping stone.
I’m stand ing (C)up right on my own.
Nev
Stepping Stone — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Stepping Stone" by Duffy: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key Bb, 96 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (Bb) 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 “Stepping Stone”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Stepping Stone" by Duffy in?
- The backing track is in Bb at 96 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 "Stepping Stone" 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 "Stepping Stone"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Stepping Stone", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Stepping Stone" 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 "Stepping Stone"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Stepping Stone"?
- "Stepping Stone" was originally performed by Duffy. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Duffy are available?
- Other accompaniments by Duffy: "Mercy", "Warwick Avenue". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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