What key is the piano accompaniment for "Hold On" by Richard Ashcroft in?

The backing track is in C at 128 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 "Hold On" 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 "Hold On"?

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

Can I use "Hold On" 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 "Hold On"?

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

"Hold On" was originally performed by Richard Ashcroft. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.

Lyrics

(F)Hold on,

(G)peo ple hold on.

(F)Hold on,

(G)peo ple hold on.

I (Am)ain’t that su per (F)sti pep per tious,

and the (Am)life wat can er be can so ons (G)vi on their cious,

(Am)learn ing on your (F)own,

can (Am)turn your heart to (G)stone.

A And (Am)poc truth a is lyp on tic the (F)mind, march a gain,

my (Am)head was those full of (G)sor a row,

a (Am)whis poc pered a words lyp of tic (F)log mind, ic,

she (Am)things soothes I me need with to my (G)learn.

I feel like we are (Am)the on ly ones a live,

I feel like we are (Am)the on ly ones a live.

So hold (F)on,

hold on, hold (G)on.

Hold on, you know there (F)ain’t a lot of time but I know that we can (G)make it, you bet ter hold on,

you bet ter hold on,

Till you get some (F)sti pep per spray,

and the (Am)life wat can er be can so ons (G)vi on their way,

(Am)fight ing on your (F)own,

can (Am)turn your heart to (G)stone.

A And (Am)poc truth a is lyp on tic the (F)mind, march a gain,

wipe (Am)head was those full tears (G)sor a way,

a (Am)whis poc pered a words lyp of tic (F)log mind, ic,

she (Am)things soothes I me need with to my (G)soul.

I feel like we are (Am)the on ly ones a live,

I feel like we are (Am)the on ly ones a live.

So hold (F)on,

hold on, hold (G)on.

Hold on, you know there (F)ain’t a lot of time but I know that we can (G)make it, you bet ter hold on,

you bet ter hold on,

Till you get some (G)make it, you bet ter hold on.

So hold (F)on,

hold on, hold (G)on.

Hold on, you know there (F)ain’t a lot of time but I know that we can (G)make it, you bet ter hold on,

you bet ter hold on,

I feel like we are (Am)the on ly ones a live,

I feel like we are (Am)the on ly ones a live.

I feel like we are (Am)the on ly ones a live,

I feel like we are (Am)the on ly ones a live.

(CN.C.)Well you bet ter hold (F)on,

hold on, hold (G)on.

Hold on, you know there (F)ain’t a lot of time but I know that we can (G)make it, you bet ter hold on.

So hold (F)on,

hold on, hold (G)on.

Hold on, you know there (F)ain’t a lot of time but I know that we can (G)make it,

Hold on, till you get some (F)pep per spray,

the (Am)wat er can ons (G)on their way,

a (Am)po ca lyp tic (F)mind,

she (Am)soothes me with my (G)soul.

I feel like we are (Am)the on ly ones a live, (a (Am)po ca lyp tic (F)mind) I feel like we are (Am)the on ly ones a live.

Hold On — Piano Accompaniment Track

Free piano accompaniment for "Hold On" by Richard Ashcroft. 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, 128 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:

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About “Hold On”

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Hold On" by Richard Ashcroft in?: The backing track is in C at 128 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 "Hold On" 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 "Hold On"?: Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Hold On", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Hold On" 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 "Hold On"?: Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Hold On"?: "Hold On" was originally performed by Richard Ashcroft. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.