Hard Work

by Ella Henderson
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Lyrics

Now I’m not talk ing from ex pe ri ence,

but I think I’ve found mag ni fi cence.

And at the end of the day you can be (G)hard work

but you’re good for me.

And though you seem to make my bo dy ache,

it’s a feel ing I ap pre ci ate,

which makes it eas i er when you can be (G)hard work

but you’re good for me.

This time I know I won’t be proved wrong.

This time to win, you got ta lose some.

Some times I just wan na give you up right a way, but then you go and brigh ten up my day.

I know I’m not wast ing my time

for you to be the rea son I cry.

And, no, I’m not gon na lie: You’re (G)hard work

but you’re good for me.

And you’re the one that’s by my side

when I’m go ing out of my mind.

But nine ty nine per cent of the time you’re (G)hard work

but you’re good for me.

And when I’m los all my en er gy,

you’re like my on ly work ing re me dy.

when I strug gle to breathe it’s ’cause you’re

when I start feel I’ve had e nough

and my head is feel ing kind of rough

and e ven think ing is tough, when you’re

high is a feel ing that I’m fixed on I knew it was worth it in the long run.

’Cause how ev ’ry thing has fell in to place and you can tell by the smile on face.

I know I’m not wast ing my time

for you to be the rea son I cry.

And, no, I’m not gon na lie: You’re (G)hard work

but you’re good for me.

And you’re the one that’s by my side

when I’m go ing out of my mind.

But nine ty nine per cent of the time you’re (G)hard work

but you’re good for me.

(G)hard work

but you’re good for me.

Mm,

mm,

mm,

you’re (G)hard work

but you’re good for me.

(Hard work.)

(Hard work.) mm,

you’re (G)hard work

but you’re good for me.

But (G)I’m not run ning a way,

no.

A lit tle bit of love is all it (G)takes.

Hard Work — Accompaniment Sheet Music (Classic Notation)

Classic piano notation for "Hard Work" by Ella Henderson as an accompaniment / backing track. Both hands engraved at publisher quality in C — sing or play melody on top while the score follows along at 70 BPM. Click any note to jump there.

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.

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About “Hard Work

Is the engraved accompaniment score for "Hard Work" suitable for a pianist?
Yes — both hands are notated in classic piano notation (treble + bass clefs, key C, real chord symbols), engraved server-side from the publisher MusicXML. A staff pianist or accompanist can read this directly from the screen or printed PDF and play the backing while you sing the melody.
What key is the piano accompaniment for "Hard Work" by Ella Henderson in?
The backing track is in C at 70 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 "Hard Work" 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 "Hard Work"?
Effectively yes — it's the piano-only backing for "Hard Work", with no vocals. You can also slow it down to practice tricky verses, then bring it back to full tempo.
Can I use "Hard Work" 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 "Hard Work"?
Yes — registered users can download MIDI + MusicXML (open in any notation software). PDF sheet music is also available for the full arrangement.
Who wrote "Hard Work"?
"Hard Work" was originally performed by Ella Henderson. This piano accompaniment is an arrangement of that song, designed for sing-along and play-along use.
What other backing tracks by Ella Henderson are available?
Other accompaniments by Ella Henderson: "All Again", "Beautifully Unfinished", "Empire". Same toggle-the-melody, change-the-key setup.
What is this accompaniment Sheet Music view?
Same engraver-grade rendering as the standard Sheet Music mode — both hands, classic piano notation, key of C, real chord symbols — but the audio is the karaoke / backing-track arrangement of "Hard Work" with the lead melody removed. Perfect for singers, lead instruments, and ensemble practice.
Can I sing or play melody while the score follows along?
Yes. The backing track removes the melody so you can sing or play it on top while the chord changes and rhythm guide you. The engraved score scrolls in time with the audio so you never lose your place.
Is this the same notation a piano book would show?
Yes — treble + bass clefs, key signature, time signature, beams, dynamics, and chord symbols above the staff, all rendered from the original publisher MusicXML. Identical reading experience to a printed piano accompaniment book.

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