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The road is (G)long
with ma ny a (C)wind ing turn
that (D)leads us to (Em)who
knows (F)where,
who knows (Am7)where.
(Am7)But I’m (G)strong,
strong e nough (Em)to car
ry (Eb)him.
He ain’t hea vy,
he’s my (G)bro ther.
So on we (G)go,
his wel fare is (C)my con cern,
no (D)bur den is (Em)he
to (F)bear,
we’ll get (Am7)there.
(Am7)For I (G)know
he would not (Em)en cum
ber (Eb)me.
He ain’t hea vy,
he’s my (G)bro ther.
So on we
If I’m (C)la den
at (D)all,
I’m (C)la den
with (D)sad ness
that (Bm)ev ’ry
one’s (Dm)heart
is n’t (Cmaj7)filled
with the (Em)glad ness
of (C)love
for one an (Am7)oth
(D7)er.
It’s a long, long (G)bro ther,
He’s my (G)bro ther.
He ain’t (G)hea vy,
he’s my (C)broth er.
He ain’t (G)hea vy,
he’s my (C)broth er.
He ain’t
He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother — Simple Sheet Music
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"He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of G, 80 BPM.
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About “He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother”
- How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother"?
- Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
- What key is "He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother" by The Hollies played in?
- He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother is arranged in the key of G on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
- What's the tempo (BPM) of "He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother"?
- The arrangement plays at 80 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother" easy to play on piano?
- This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
- Can I download sheet music for "He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother"?
- Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
- Who composed "He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother"?
- "He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother" was originally performed by The Hollies. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother"?
- This arrangement uses 16 chords: A9, Am, Am7, B7, Bm, C, Cmaj7, D, +8 more.
- What other songs by The Hollies can I play here?
- Try "LONG COOL WOMAN", "LOOK THROUGH ANY WINDOW", "CARRIE-ANNE". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
- Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
- Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "He Ain't Heavy He's My Brother". Key of G, 80 BPM.
- What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
- Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.