(Ab7)Would you (F)like to (G7)swing on a (C7)star,
car ry (F9sus4)moon beams (F7)home in a (Bb)jar,
(Ab7)and be (F)bet ter (G7)off than you (C7)are,
(F9sus4)or would you (F7)ra ther be a (Bb)mule?
A (Bb)mule is an (Eb6)a ni mal with (Bb)long fun ny (Eb)ears, he (Bb)kicks up at (Eb6)a ny thing he (Bb)hears.
His (C7)back is braw ny, but his (F)brain is weak, he’s (C7)just plain stu pid, with a (F)stub (Fmaj7)born (F7)streak, and by the (Bb)way, if you (Eb6)hate to go to (Bb)school,
(Cm7)you may grow (F7)up to be a (Bb)mule.
Or (Ab7)would you (F)like to (G7)swing on a (C7)star,
car ry (F9sus4)moon beams (F7)home in a (Bb)jar,
(Ab7)and be (F)bet ter (G7)off than you (C7)are,
(F9sus4)or would you (F7)ra ther be a (Bb)pig?
A (Bb)pig is an (Eb6)a ni mal with (Bb)dirt on his (Eb)face, his (Bb)shoes are a (Eb6)ter ri ble dis (Bb)grace.
He’s (C7)got no man ners when he (F)eats his food, he’s (C7)fat and la zy, and ex (F)treme (Fmaj7)ly (F7)rude, but if you (Bb)don’t care a (Eb6)fea ther or a (Bb)fig,
(Cm7)you may grow (F7)up to be a (Bb)pig.
Or (Ab7)would you (F)like to (G7)swing on a (C7)star,
car ry (F9sus4)moon beams (F7)home in a (Bb)jar,
(Ab7)and be (F)bet ter (G7)off than you (C7)are,
(F9sus4)or would you (F7)ra ther be a (Bb)fish?
A (Ab7)are,
(F9sus4)you could be (F7)swing ing on a (Eb)star.
Swinging On A Star — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Swinging On A Star" by Bing Crosby: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key Eb, 120 BPM.
Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (Eb) 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 “Swinging On A Star”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Swinging On A Star" by Bing Crosby in?
- The backing track is in Eb at 120 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 "Swinging On A Star" 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 "Swinging On A Star"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Swinging On A Star", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Swinging On A Star" 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 "Swinging On A Star"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Swinging On A Star"?
- "Swinging On A Star" was originally performed by Bing Crosby. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Bing Crosby are available?
- Other accompaniments by Bing Crosby: "May The Good Lord Bless and Keep You", "Mele Kalikimaka (Merry Christmas In Hawaii)". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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