What key is the piano accompaniment for "Lanterns" by Birds Of Tokyo in?

The backing track is in G at 168 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 "Lanterns" 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 "Lanterns"?

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

Can I use "Lanterns" 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 "Lanterns"?

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

Who wrote "Lanterns"?

"Lanterns" was originally performed by Birds Of Tokyo. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.

Lyrics

(G)Late ly I’ve found when I (C)start to think with (G)a loud, there’s a long ing in (Em)the sound, there is (C6)more I could (G)be.

In dark ness I leave for a (C)place I’ve nev (G)er seen.

It’s been call ing out (Em)to me that is (C6)where I should (G)be.

We nev er car ried (G)days on our own.

But now it’s up to (G)us to know.

The weight of be ing (C)so much (G)more.

We will (C)find our (G)selves on the road.

(G)On we march with a (C6)mid night (G)song.

We will (C6)light our (Em)way with our (C6)lan terns (G)on.

(G)On we march till we (C6)meet the (G)dawn.

We will (C6)light our (Em)way with our (C6)lan terns (G)on.

(G)As we walk out with out (C)ques tion, think with (G)out doubt, in the light that we (Em)have found it is (C6)fi nal ly (G)clear.

In Our day has come and we’ll (C)stand for who (G)we are.

We are rea dy, we (Em)are young.

We have (C6)noth ing to (G)fear.

We nev er car ried (G)days on our own.

But now it’s up to (G)us to know.

The weight of be ing (C)so much (G)more.

We will (C)find our (G)selves on the road.

(G)On we march with a (C6)mid night (G)song.

We will (C6)light our (Em)way with our (C6)lan terns (G)on.

(G)On we march till we (C6)meet the (G)dawn.

We will (C6)light our (Em)way with our (C6)lan terns (G)on.

We held the (C)light

to our fac es

and re al (C)ised

we were chas ing

sha dows be (C)hind,

not worth sav ing.

So burn it (Am)bright, for ev er il lu mi nat ing.

(G)On we march with a (C6)mid night (G)song.

We will (C6)light our (Em)way with our (C6)lan terns (G)on.

(G)On we march till we (C6)meet the (G)dawn.

We will (C6)light our (Em)way with our (C6)lan terns (G)on.

(G)On we march with a (C6)mid night (G)song.

We will (C6)light our (Em)way with our (C6)lan terns (G)on.

(G)On we march till we (C6)meet the (G)dawn.

We will (C6)light our (Em)way with our (C6)lan terns (G)on.

In (G)dark ness I leave for a (C)place I’ve nev (G)er seen.

It’s been call ing out (Em)to me that is (C6)where I should (G)be.

Lanterns — Piano Accompaniment Track

Free piano accompaniment for "Lanterns" by Birds Of Tokyo. 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, 168 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:

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About “Lanterns”

What key is the piano accompaniment for "Lanterns" by Birds Of Tokyo in?: The backing track is in G at 168 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 "Lanterns" 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 "Lanterns"?: Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Lanterns", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Lanterns" 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 "Lanterns"?: Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Lanterns"?: "Lanterns" was originally performed by Birds Of Tokyo. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.