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(E5)Back in black, I hit the sack, I’ve been too (CN.C.)long, I’m glad to be back.
Yes, I’m let loose from the noose that’s (CN.C.)kept me hang in’ a bout.
I keep (E5)look in’ at the sky (D5)’cause it’s get tin’ me high.
For get the (CN.C.)hearse ’cause I’ll nev er die.
I got nine lives, cat’s eyes, a bus in’ ev ’ry (CN.C.)one of them and run nin’ wild.
’Cause I’m back,
(A5)yes, I’m back.
(A5)Well, I’m back,
yes, (A5)I’m (G5)back.
(G5)Well, I’m back,
(A5)back.
Well, (B5)I’m (G)back in black,
yes, I’m (D)back in black.
Oh!
(E5)Back in black, I hit the sack, I’ve been too (CN.C.)long, I’m glad to be back.
Yes, I’m let loose from the noose that’s (CN.C.)kept me hang in’ a bout.
I keep (E5)look in’ at the sky (D5)’cause it’s get tin’ me high.
For get the (CN.C.)hearse ’cause I’ll nev er die.
I got nine lives, cat’s eyes, a bus in’ ev ’ry (CN.C.)one of them and run nin’ wild.
’Cause I’m back,
(A5)yes, I’m back.
(A5)Well, I’m back,
yes, (A5)I’m (G5)back.
(G5)Well, I’m back,
(A5)back.
Well, (B5)I’m (G)back in black,
yes, I’m (D)back in black.
Oh!
Well, (A5)I’m
Well, I’m (A5)back,
(A5)back.
Well, (B5)I’m (G5)back,
(G5)back,
back,
(A5)back.
Well, (B5)I’m (G)back in black,
yes, I’m (D)back in black.
I wan na say it!
Back In Black — Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along
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Free karaoke for "Back In Black" by AC/DC: lyrics on screen with the chords above each line and a bouncing ball that lands on every word in time. Sing along, or play along on guitar or piano from the chord chart. Change the key to fit your voice, slow the tempo down. Key of E, 92 BPM.
This arrangement is a great way to build confidence with power chords and driving rock rhythm in the key of E.
Your left hand carries an octave bass pattern throughout, so get comfortable stretching that octave shape and landing it cleanly before you add the right hand — practice that left hand alone at around 70 BPM until it feels automatic.
Your right hand moves through nine chord shapes including several power chords like Epow, Bpow, and Dpow, and the trickiest transitions are the quick shifts between G and D shapes, especially when they land on off-beats.
Watch your timing carefully there — it's tempting to rush those changes, so loop that section slowly until the syncopation sits in your hands, not just your head.
At 92 BPM the tempo is moderate but the energy needs to stay relentless, so keep your touch punchy and consistent rather than heavy.
Once both hands lock in together, you'll feel that pocket click into place.
This is the song that'll really solidify your power-chord vocabulary and teach you how steady rhythm drives a rock groove.
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About “Back In Black”
- What key is "Back In Black" by AC/DC played in?
- Back In Black is arranged in the key of E on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "Back In Black"?
- The arrangement plays at 92 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Back In Black" easy to play on piano?
- This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
- Can I download sheet music for "Back In Black"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "Back In Black"?
- "Back In Black" was originally performed by AC/DC. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Back In Black"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: A, Apow, Bpow, C, D, Dpow, Epow, G, +1 more.
- What other songs by AC/DC can I play here?
- Try "THUNDERSTRUCK", "DIRTY DEEDS DONE DIRT CHEAP", "YOU SHOOK ME ALL NIGHT LONG". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is there a karaoke version of "Back In Black" with lyrics?
- Yes — this is a free karaoke slide for "Back In Black" by AC/DC. The lyrics appear on screen a line at a time and each word lights up exactly when it's sung, with a bouncing ball leading you word to word. A backing plays underneath so you can just sing.
- Does it show chords so I can play along on guitar or piano?
- It does — a chord symbol sits on a thin row just above the lyric it changes on, so the same screen doubles as a lyrics-and-chords chart. Guitarists can strum the changes and pianists can comp while singing; the chords are colour-coded and move with the live transpose if you change key.
- Can I change the key of "Back In Black" to match my voice or capo?
- Yes. The original is in E, but the live transpose control shifts the whole song up or down semitones until the melody sits in your range (or maps to an easier guitar shape / capo position) — the on-screen chords and the backing move with it.
- Can I slow "Back In Black" down to learn the words and chords?
- Yes — the tempo control lets you take it as slow as you need while the lyrics still light up in time and the ball keeps you on the beat. Speed it back up once you can sing and play it through.