When I
was a child,
I could see (Bm)the wind
in the trees.
And I heard a (Bm)song
in the breeze;
it was (C)there,
sing ing (D)out
my (G)name.
But I’m
not a girl,
I have known (Bm)the taste
of de feat.
And I’ve fi n’ly grown
to be lieve
it will (C)all
come a (D)round
a (G)gain.
And though I (Csus2)may
not
know the (G)an
swers,
I can (Csus2)fi (C)n’ly say I’m free.
And if the (Csus2)ques
tions
led me (G)here,
then
I am (C)who
I was (D)born
to be.
And (A)so,
here am I,
o pen arms (C#m)and read
y to stand.
I’ve un a got fraid the (C#m)world
in my hands,
and it (D)feels
like my (E)turn
to fly.
(A)dark.
And though I (Dsus2)may
not
know the (A)an
swers,
(Esus2)I (E)can (Dsus2)fi (D)n’ly say I’m (F#m)free.
And if the (Dsus2)ques
tions
led me (A)here,
then
I am (D)who
I was (E)born
to be.
When (A)here,
then
I am (D)who
I was (E)born
to be,
I am (D)who I was (Esus4)born
to be.
Who I Was Born To Be — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Who I Was Born To Be" by Susan Boyle: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key G, 93 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.
Try other practice modes:
About “Who I Was Born To Be”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Who I Was Born To Be" by Susan Boyle in?
- The backing track is in G at 93 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 "Who I Was Born To Be" 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 "Who I Was Born To Be"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Who I Was Born To Be", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Who I Was Born To Be" 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 "Who I Was Born To Be"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Who I Was Born To Be"?
- "Who I Was Born To Be" was originally performed by Susan Boyle. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Susan Boyle are available?
- Other accompaniments by Susan Boyle: "Amazing Grace", "Cry Me A River", "Hallelujah". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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