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be (Abmaj7)fore
but al ways hit
the (Abmaj7)floor.
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but with (Db)you I’m feel ing some thing that (C)makes me want to stay.
A I’m mil pre lion pared shards
for of (Abmaj7)this,
I nev er shoot
to (Abmaj7)miss.
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if I’m (C)gon na make it through the day
then there’s (Db)no more use in run ning,
this is (C)some thing I got ta face.
If I (Ab)risk it all
Could you (Ab)break my (C7)fall?
How do I (Fm)live?
How do I (Eb)breathe?
When you’re not (Db)here I’m suf fo cat (Eb)ing.
I want to feel (Fm)love run through my (Eb)blood, tell me is (Db)this where I give it all (Cm)up?
For (Bbm7)you,
I have to risk it (Cm7)all
’cause the writ ing’s on the (Fm)wall.
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for of (Abmaj7)glass
that haunt me from
my (Abmaj7)past.
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and the (C)light na be it gins to fade,
when all (Db)hope be gins to shat ter
know that (C)I thing won’t be a fraid.
If I (Ab)risk it all
Could you (Ab)break my (C7)fall?
How do I (Fm)live?
How do I (Eb)breathe?
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I want to feel (Fm)love run through my (Eb)blood, tell me is (Db)this where I give it all (Cm)up?
For (Bbm7)you,
I have to risk it (Cm7)all
’cause the writ ing’s on the (Fm)wall.
(Fm)wall.
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How do I (Fm)live?
How do I (Eb)breathe?
When you’re not (Db)here I’m suf fo cat (Eb)ing.
I want to feel (Fm)love run through my (Eb)blood, tell me is (Db)this where I give it all (Cm7)up?
How do I (Fm)live?
How do I (Eb)breathe?
When you’re not (Db)here I’m suf fo cat (Eb)ing.
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For (Bbm7)you,
I have to risk it (Cm7)all
’cause the writ ing’s on the (Fm)wall.
Writing's On The Wall (From James Bond: Spectre) — Piano Accompaniment Lead Sheet
Lead sheet view of the piano accompaniment for "Writing's On The Wall (From James Bond: Spectre)" by Sam Smith: melody on the staff, chord symbols above, lyrics below. Ideal for singers, choirs, and band rehearsals. Original key Bb, 64 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 “Writing's On The Wall (From James Bond: Spectre)”
- What key is the piano accompaniment for "Writing's On The Wall (From James Bond: Spectre)" by Sam Smith in?
- The backing track is in Bb at 64 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 "Writing's On The Wall (From James Bond: Spectre)" 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 "Writing's On The Wall (From James Bond: Spectre)"?
- Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Writing's On The Wall (From James Bond: Spectre)", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
- Can I use "Writing's On The Wall (From James Bond: Spectre)" 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 "Writing's On The Wall (From James Bond: Spectre)"?
- Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
- Who wrote "Writing's On The Wall (From James Bond: Spectre)"?
- "Writing's On The Wall (From James Bond: Spectre)" was originally performed by Sam Smith. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
- What other backing tracks by Sam Smith are available?
- Other accompaniments by Sam Smith: "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas", "How Will I Know", "I'm Not The Only One". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
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