Talking To Myself

by Linkin Park
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Tell me (F)what I’ve got ta do,

there’s no (Bb)get ting through to (C)you,

the lights are (F)on but no bo dy’s (Gm)home.

You say (F)I can’t un der stand

but you’re not (Bb)giv ing me a (C)chance,

when you (F)leave me, where do you (Gm)go?

(Dm)All the walls that (F)you keep build ing, (Gm7)all this time that (Bb)I spent chas (C)ing, (Dm)all the ways that (F)I keep los ing (Gm)you

and the (C)truth is, you turn (C)in to (Am)some one (Bb)else.

You keep (C)run ning (Am)like the (Bb)sky is (C)fall ing, I can (C)whis per, (Am)I can (Bb)yell

but I know, yeah, I know, yeah, (Am)I know I’m just talk ing to my (Dm)self.

Woah,

(Bb)talk ing to my (Dm)self.

Woah,

(Bb)talk ing to my (Dm)self.

Woah,

but I know, yeah, I know, yeah, I know I’m just talk ing to my (Dm)self.

I ad (F)- I made mis takes

but yours might (Bb)cost you ev ’ry (C)thing,

can’t you (F)hear me call ing you (Gm)home?

(Dm)All the walls that (F)you keep build ing, (Gm7)all this time that (Bb)I spent chas (C)ing, (Dm)all the ways that (F)I keep los ing (Gm)you

and the (C)truth is, you turn (C)in to (Am)some one (Bb)else.

You keep (C)run ning (Am)like the (Bb)sky is (C)fall ing, I can (C)whis per, (Am)I can (Bb)yell

but I know, yeah, I know, yeah, (Am)I know I’m just talk ing to my (Dm)self.

Woah,

(Bb)talk ing to my (Dm)self.

Woah,

(Bb)talk ing to my (Dm)self.

Woah,

but I know, yeah, I know, yeah, I know I’m just talk ing to my (Dm)self.

I ad (Dm)self.

(Dm)All the walls that (F)you keep build ing, (Gm)all this time that (Bb)I spent chas (C)ing, (Dm)all the ways that (F)I keep los ing (Gm)you

and the truth is, you turn (C)in to some one (Bb)else.

You keep (C)run ning like the (Bb)sky is (Gm)fall ing, I can (C)whis per, I can (Bb)yell

but I know, yeah, I know, yeah, I know I’m just talk ing to my - (Dm)- self.

Talking To Myself — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet

Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Talking To Myself" by Linkin Park: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key G, 124 BPM.

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 “Talking To Myself

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Talking To Myself" by Linkin Park in?
The backing track is in G at 124 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 "Talking To Myself" 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 "Talking To Myself"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Talking To Myself", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Talking To Myself" 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 "Talking To Myself"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Talking To Myself"?
"Talking To Myself" was originally performed by Linkin Park. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Linkin Park are available?
Other accompaniments by Linkin Park: "Heavy". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

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