Like A Star

by Corinne Bailey Rae
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Lyrics

Just like a (Dm)star ’cross my sky, just like an (E)an gel off the page, you have ap (Am)peared to my life.

Feel like I’ll nev er be the same.

Just like a (Dm)song in my heart, just like (E)oil on my hands.

Hon

our to love

you.

Still I (C)won der why it (F)is,

I don’t ar gue (E)like this

with an y (Am)one but you.

We (C)do it all the (F)time,

blow ing out my (E)mind.

Just like a (Dm)star ’cross my sky, just like an (E)an gel off the page, you have ap (Am)peared to my life.

Feel like I’ll nev er be the same.

Just like a (Dm)song in my heart, just like (E)oil on my hands.

Like A Star β€” Karaoke: Lyrics & Chords to Sing & Play Along

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Free karaoke for "Like A Star" by Corinne Bailey Rae: lyrics on screen with the chords above each line and a bouncing ball that lands on every word in time. Sing along, or play along on guitar or piano from the chord chart. Change the key to fit your voice, slow the tempo down. Key of A, 60 BPM.

Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.

About β€œLike A Star”

What key is "Like A Star" by Corinne Bailey Rae played in?
Like A Star is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Like A Star"?
The arrangement plays at 60 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Like A Star" easy to play on piano?
This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
Can I download sheet music for "Like A Star"?
Yes β€” registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Like A Star"?
"Like A Star" was originally performed by Corinne Bailey Rae. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Corinne Bailey Rae can I play here?
Try "PUT YOUR RECORDS ON", "LIKE A STAR", "Put Your Records On". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is there a karaoke version of "Like A Star" with lyrics?
Yes β€” this is a free karaoke slide for "Like A Star" by Corinne Bailey Rae. The lyrics appear on screen a line at a time and each word lights up exactly when it's sung, with a bouncing ball leading you word to word. A backing plays underneath so you can just sing.
Does it show chords so I can play along on guitar or piano?
It does β€” a chord symbol sits on a thin row just above the lyric it changes on, so the same screen doubles as a lyrics-and-chords chart. Guitarists can strum the changes and pianists can comp while singing; the chords are colour-coded and move with the live transpose if you change key.
Can I change the key of "Like A Star" to match my voice or capo?
Yes. The original is in A, but the live transpose control shifts the whole song up or down semitones until the melody sits in your range (or maps to an easier guitar shape / capo position) β€” the on-screen chords and the backing move with it.
Can I slow "Like A Star" down to learn the words and chords?
Yes β€” the tempo control lets you take it as slow as you need while the lyrics still light up in time and the ball keeps you on the beat. Speed it back up once you can sing and play it through.