What key is the piano accompaniment for "Blackstar" by David Bowie in?

The backing track is in G at 66 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 "Blackstar" 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 "Blackstar"?

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

Can I use "Blackstar" 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 "Blackstar"?

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

Who wrote "Blackstar"?

"Blackstar" was originally performed by David Bowie. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.

What other backing tracks by David Bowie are available?

Other accompaniments by David Bowie: "Absolute Beginners", "Andy Warhol", "Ashes To Ashes". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

Lyrics

In the vil la of Or men,

in the vil la of Or men

stands a so li ta ry can dle, (C)ah (D)ah,

(Em)ah (C)ah.

In the (D)cen tre of it (C)all,

in the (D)cen tre of it (Am)all,

(D)your (B)eyes.

On the day of ex e cu tion,

on the day of ex e cu tion

on ly wo men kneel and smile, (C)ah (D)ah,

(Em)ah (C)ah.

At the (D)cen tre of it (C)all,

at the (D)cen tre of it (Am)all,

(D)your (B)eyes,

(C)your (B)eyes.

(D)Ah

(C)ah

(B)ah.

(D)Ah

(C)ah

(B)ah.

In the vil la of Or men,

in the vil la of Or men

stands a so li ta ry can dle, (C)ah (D)ah,

(Em)ah (C)ah.

At the (D)cen tre of it (C)all,

at the (D)cen tre of it (C)all,

(D)your (B)eyes,

(C)your (B)eyes.

(D)Ah

(C)ah

(B)ah.

Some I’m thing a black hap pened star, on the way day up, on mon ey, he died, I’ve got game

I spi rit see rose right a so me wide, tre so and o pen stepped heart a it’s side.

pain I Some want (D(b5))bo ea dy gles else in my took his day place, dreams, and dia (F#)brave monds ly in my cried, eyes.

“I’m a (D(b5))black star,

I’m a (C#)black star.”

How ma Some ny thing times hap pened does on an the (C#)an

gel fall?

How ma spi ny rit peo rose ple a lie me in tre (G#m)stead of and talk stepped ing a tall?

side.

He Some (D(b5))trod bo dy on else sa cred ground, took his he place, cried and (F#)loud brave in ly to cried, the crowd, “I’m a (D(b5))black star,

I’m a (C#)black star,

I’m not a gang star.”

I (C7)I can’t can’t ans ans wer why.

wer (I’m (I’m why.

not a a black star.)

But I Just can tell go you with how.

me.

(I’m not a film star)

Im ma (C7)take you home.

down.

(I’m a black star)

Take your (C#7)pass port and shoes.

(I’m not a pop star.)

And your (C7)se da tives, boo.

(I’m a black star.)

You’re the (C#7)flash in the pan.

(I’m not a mar vel star.)

I’m the (C7)great I Am.

(I’m a black star.)

Some I’m thing a black hap pened star, on the way day up, on mon ey, he died, I’ve got game

I spi rit see rose right a so me wide, tre so and o pen stepped heart a it’s side.

pain I Some want (D(b5))bo ea dy gles else in my took his day place, dreams, and dia (F#)brave monds ly in my cried, eyes.

I’m a (D(b5))black star,

I’m a (C#)black star.

How ma Some ny thing times hap pened does on an the (C#)day

he died,

How ma spi ny rit peo rose ple a lie me in tre (G#m)stead of and talk stepped ing a tall?

side.

He Some (D(b5))trod bo dy on else sa cred ground, took his he place, cried and (F#)loud brave in ly to cried, the crowd, “I’m a (D(b5))black star,

I’m a (C#)star star,

I’m I’m a black star.”

I (C7)I can’t can’t ans ans wer why.

wer (I’m (I’m why.

not a a gang star.)

But I Just can tell go you with how.

me.

(I’m not a flam star)

We were (C7)born up side down.

(I’m a star star)

Born the (C#7)wrong way ’round.

shoes.

(I’m not a pop star.)

And your (C7)se da tives, boo.

(I’m a black star.)

You’re the (C#7)flash in the pan.

(I’m not a mar vel star.)

I’m the (C7)great I Am.

(I’m a black star.)

(C#7)white star.)

I’m a (C7)black star.

I’m not a (B)gang star,

I’m a black star,

I’m a (C7)black star.

I’m not a (C#7)porn star,

I’m not a wan der ing star.

I’m a (B)black star,

I’m a black star.

In the vil la of Or men

stands a so li ta ry can dle, (C)ah

(D)ah,

(Em)ah

(C)ah.

At the (D)cen tre of it (C)all,

(D)your

(B)eyes.

On the day of ex e cu tion

on ly wo men kneel and smile,

(C)ah

(D)ah,

(Em)ah

(C)ah.

At the (D)cen tre of it (C)all,

(D)your

(B)eyes.

(C)Your

(B)eyes.

(D)Ah

(C)ah

(B)ah.

Blackstar — Piano Accompaniment Track

Free piano accompaniment for "Blackstar" by David Bowie. 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 G, 66 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:

Fall Down Lead Sheet

About “Blackstar”

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Blackstar" by David Bowie in?: The backing track is in G at 66 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 "Blackstar" 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 "Blackstar"?: Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Blackstar", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Blackstar" 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 "Blackstar"?: Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Blackstar"?: "Blackstar" was originally performed by David Bowie. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by David Bowie are available?: Other accompaniments by David Bowie: "Absolute Beginners", "Andy Warhol", "Ashes To Ashes". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.