Ho Hey

· by The Lumineers

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Ho Hey

The Lumineers140 BPM

Lyrics

(C)Ho!

(C)Hey!

(C)Ho!

(C)Hey!

(C)(Ho!) I’ve been try’n’ to do it right.

(C)(Hey!) I’ve been liv ing a lone ly life.

(C)(Ho!) I’ve been sleep ing here in stead.

(C)(Hey!) I’ve been sleep ing in my bed.

(Am)(Ho!) I’ve been sleep ing in (G)my bed.

(C)Hey!

(C)Ho!

(C)(Ho!) So show me fa mi ly.

(C)(Hey!) All the blood that I would bleed.

(C)(Ho!) I don’t know where I be long.

(C)(Hey!) I don’t know where I went wrong.

(Am)(Ho!) But I can write (G)a song.

(C)(Hey!

Two, three...) I be (F)long with (Am)you, you be long with (G)me you’re my sweet heart.

I be long with (Am)you, you be long with (G)me you’re my (F)sweet...

(C)Ho!

(C)Hey!

(C)Ho!

(C)Hey!

(C)(Ho!) I don’t think you’re right for him.

(C)(Hey!) Look at what it might have been if (F)you (C)(Ho!) took a bus to Chi na town.

(C)(Hey!) I’d be stand ing on Ca nal (Am)(Ho!) And Bo we ry.

(C)(Hey!)

(Am)(Ho!) And she’d be stand ing next to me.

(C)(Hey!

Two, three...) I be (F)long with (Am)you, you be long with (G)me you’re my sweet heart

I be long with (Am)you, you be long with (G)me you’re my sweet heart.

And (F)love,

(C)we need it now.

Let’s hope

(C)for some.

’Cause oh,

(C)we’re (G)bleed ing out.

I be long with (Am)you, you be long with (G)me you’re my sweet heart.

I be long with (Am)you, you be long with (G)me you’re my sweet...

(C)Ho!

(C)Hey!

(C)Ho!

(C)Hey!

Ho Hey by The Lumineers — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Ho Hey” by The Lumineers in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of C at 80 BPM, a slightly more challenging arrangement — practice each phrase slowly first.

Tips for parents & teachers

Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Ho Hey" good for a child learning piano?: Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Ho Hey"?: Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?: No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?: Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "Ho Hey" use?: Just 4 chords: Am, C, F, G. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other The Lumineers songs work for kids?: Try "PATIENCE", "CLEOPATRA", "STUBBORN LOVE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.