Where Do I Go? (From 'Hair')

by Galt MacDermot
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(Dm)Where do I go?

Fol low the (C)ri ver.

Where do I go?

Fol low the (C)gulls.

Where is the (C)some thing,

where is the (C7)some one

that tells me (C)why I live and (F6)die?

(Dm)Where do I go?

Fol low the (C)child ren.

Where do I go?

Fol low their (C)smiles.

Is there an (C)ans wer

in their sweet (C7)fac es

that tells me (C)why I live and (F6)die?

Fol low the wind (Eb)song,

fol low the thun (Eb)der.

Fol low the ne (Am)on in (B7)young lo vers’ eyes.

(G)Down to the gut (F)ter,

up to the glit (F)ter.

In to the cit (F)y (D)where the truth (G)lies.

(Dm)Where Where do do I I go?

go?

Fol low the (C)child ren.

(Dm)Where do Where I do I go?

go?

Fol Fol low low their my (C)smiles.

Is there an (C)ans wer

in their sweet (C7)fac es

that tells me (C)why I live and (F6)die?

Fol low the wind (Eb)song,

fol low the thun (Eb)der.

Fol low the ne (Am)on in (B7)young lo vers’ eyes.

(G)Down to the gut (F)ter,

up to the glit (F)ter.

In to the cit (F)y (D)where the truth (G)lies.

(Dm)Where Where do do I I go?

go?

Fol low my (C)heart beat.

(Dm)Where do Where I do I go?

go?

Fol Fol low low their my (C)hand.

Where will they (C)lead me

and will I (C7)ev er

dis co ver (C)why I live and (F6)die?

(F6)(Why?)

I live and (F6)die?

(F6)(Why?)

Do I (Dm)live?

(C)Do I (Dm)die?

(C)Tell me (Dm)where

(C)do I (Dm)go?

(C)Tell me (Dm)why?

(C)Tell me (Dm)where

(C)do I (Dm)go?

(C)Tell me (Dm)why?

(C)Tell me (Dm)where

(C)do I (Dm)go?

(C)Tell me (Dm)where?

Where Do I Go? (From 'Hair') — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet

Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Where Do I Go? (From 'Hair')" by Galt MacDermot: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key G, 94 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 “Where Do I Go? (From 'Hair')

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Where Do I Go? (From 'Hair')" by Galt MacDermot in?
The backing track is in G at 94 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 "Where Do I Go? (From 'Hair')" 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 "Where Do I Go? (From 'Hair')"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Where Do I Go? (From 'Hair')", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Where Do I Go? (From 'Hair')" 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 "Where Do I Go? (From 'Hair')"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Where Do I Go? (From 'Hair')"?
"Where Do I Go? (From 'Hair')" was originally performed by Galt MacDermot. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Galt MacDermot are available?
Other accompaniments by Galt MacDermot: "Air (from Hair)", "Black Boys (from 'Hair')", "Good Morning Starshine (from 'Hair')". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

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