What key is the piano accompaniment for "Beat It" by Michael Jackson in?

The backing track is in Ab at 135 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 "Beat It" 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 "Beat It"?

Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Beat It", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.

Can I use "Beat It" 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 "Beat It"?

Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.

"Beat It" was originally performed by Michael Jackson. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.

What other backing tracks by Michael Jackson are available?

Other accompaniments by Michael Jackson: "Baby Be Mine", "Black Or White", "Come Together". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

Lyrics

They told him don’t you ev er (Db)come a round here.

Don’t (Ebm)wan na see your face, you bet ter (Db)dis ap pear.

The (Cb)fi re’s in their eyes and their (Db)words are real ly clear.

So (Ebm)beat it, just (Db)beat it.

You bet ter run, you bet ter (Db)do what you can.

Don’t (Ebm)wan na see no blood, don’t be a (Db)ma cho man.

You (Cb)wan na be they tough, you, bet ter (Db)do what you can.

So (Ebm)beat it, but you (Db)wan na be bad.

Just (Ebm)beat it, (Beat it.) (Db)beat it, (Beat it.) No one wants to be de feat ed.

Show in’ how funk y, strong is your fight.

It does n’t mat ter who’s wrong or right.

Just (Ebm)beat it.

(Beat it.) Just (Db)beat it.

(Beat it.) Just (Ebm)beat it.

(Beat it.) Just (Db)beat it.

(Beat it.)

They’re out to get you, bet ter (Db)leave while you can.

Don’t (Ebm)wan na be a boy, you wan na (Db)be a man.

You (Cb)wan na stay a live, bet ter (Db)do what you ly can.

So (Ebm)beat it, just (Db)beat it.

You have to show them that you’re (Db)real ly not scared.

You’re (Ebm)play in’ with your life, this ain’t no (Db)truth or dare.

They’ll (Cb)kick you, then they beat you, then they’ll (Db)tell you it’s fair.

So (Ebm)beat it, but you (Db)wan na be bad.

Just (Ebm)beat it, (Beat it.) (Db)beat it, (Beat it.) No one wants to be de feat ed.

Show in’ how funk y, strong is your fight.

It does n’t mat ter who’s wrong or right.

Just (Ebm)beat it.

(Beat it.) Just (Db)beat it.

(Beat it.) Just (Ebm)beat it.

(Beat it.) Just (Db)beat it.

(Beat it.) (Ebm)beat it.

(Beat it.) (Db)Beat it.

(Beat it.) No one wants to be de feat ed.

Show in’ how funk y, strong is your fight.

It does n’t mat ter who’s wrong or right.

Just (Eb5)beat it, beat it, beat it, beat it...

...beat it, beat it, beat it...

...beat it, beat it...

...beat it, beat it, (Db5)beat it, beat it.

(Ebm)Beat it, (Beat it.) (Db)beat it.

(Beat it.) No one wants to be de feat ed.

Show in’ how funk y, strong is your fight.

It does n’t mat ter who’s wrong or right.

Just (Ebm)Beat it, (Beat it.) (Db)beat it.

(Beat it.) No one wants to be de feat ed.

Show in’ how funk y, strong is your fight.

It does n’t mat ter who’s wrong or right.

Just

Beat It — Piano Accompaniment Track

Free piano accompaniment for "Beat It" by Michael Jackson. Sing along or play your instrument over the backing piano. Toggle the vocal melody on/off, change key to fit your voice, adjust tempo. Key of Ab, 135 BPM.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (Ab) 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:

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About “Beat It”

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Beat It" by Michael Jackson in?: The backing track is in Ab at 135 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 "Beat It" 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 "Beat It"?: Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Beat It", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Beat It" 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 "Beat It"?: Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Beat It"?: "Beat It" was originally performed by Michael Jackson. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Michael Jackson are available?: Other accompaniments by Michael Jackson: "Baby Be Mine", "Black Or White", "Come Together". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.