What key is the piano accompaniment for "Foundations" by Kate Nash in?

The backing track is in C at 160 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 "Foundations" 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 "Foundations"?

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

Can I use "Foundations" 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 "Foundations"?

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

Who wrote "Foundations"?

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

What other backing tracks by Kate Nash are available?

Other accompaniments by Kate Nash: "Mouthwash". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.

Lyrics

Thurs day night, (F)ev ’ry thing’s fine, (C)ex cept you’ve got that (F)look in your eye; when I’m (C)tell ing a sto ry and (F)you find it bor ing, you’re (G)think ing of some thing to say.

You go a (C)long with it then drop it and hu (C)mil i ate me in front of our friends.

Then (C)I’ll use that voice that (F)you find ma ny an noy ing and say (C)some thing like I’m so bit ter.” “Yeah, intelligent input, darling (C)Why Spoken: don’t I you said, just “I’d have rather another be with beer your then?” friends, mate, ’cause they are much fitter.”

Then you’ll (C)call me a child bitch, and (F)ev ’ry one we’re with will (C)and be em bar rassed, and (F)I won’t a give a shit.

it gives me thrills to wind you up.

My (F)fin ger tips are hold ing on to the (Am7)cracks in our foun da tions, and I (G)know that I should let go, but I can’t.

And (Am7)ev ’ry time we fight I know it’s not (G)right, ev ’ry time that you’re up set and I smile.

I know I should for get, but I can’t.

(C)You’ve said, “I must eat (F)so find ma ny lem ons, ing and say (C)some ’cause like I’m so Spoken: ter.” “Yeah, intelligent input, darling (C)Why Spoken: don’t I you said, just “I’d have rather another be with beer your then?” friends, mate, ’cause they are much fitter.”

Then you’ll (C)Yes, it was child ish and (F)you got ag gres sive, will (C)and I must ad mit that (F)I was a bit scared, but it gives me thrills to wind you up.

My (F)fin ger tips are hold ing on to the (Am7)cracks in our foun da tions, and I (G)know that I should let go, but I can’t.

And (Am7)ev ’ry time we fight I know it’s not (G)right, ev ’ry time that you’re up set and I smile.

I know I should for get, but I can’t.

(C)Your face is past y, ’cause you’ve gone and got so wast ed, what a sur (C)prise.

Don’t want to (F)look at your face, ’cause it’s mak ing me sick.

(C)You’ve gone and got sick on my train ers.

I on ly (F)got these yes ter (C)day, oh my gosh, I cannot be bothered with this.”

Well (C)I’ll leave you there till the (F)morn ing, and I (C)pur pose ly won’t turn the (F)heat ing on, and dear God, I hope (F)I’m not stuck with this one.

And (F)ev ’ry time we fight I know it’s not (Am7)right, ev ’ry time that you’re up set and I smile, I know I should for get, but I can’t.

And (Am7)ev ’ry time we fight I know it’s not (G)right, ev ’ry time that you’re up set and I smile, I know I should for get, but I can’t.

Foundations — Piano Accompaniment Track

Free piano accompaniment for "Foundations" by Kate Nash. 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 C, 160 BPM.

Tip: Press play and sing the melody on top of the piano. If the original key (C) 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 “Foundations”

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Foundations" by Kate Nash in?: The backing track is in C at 160 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 "Foundations" 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 "Foundations"?: Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Foundations", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Foundations" 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 "Foundations"?: Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Foundations"?: "Foundations" was originally performed by Kate Nash. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Kate Nash are available?: Other accompaniments by Kate Nash: "Mouthwash". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.