Ho Hey

by The Lumineers
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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 in’ a lone ly life.

(C)(Ho!) I’ve been sleep in’ here in stead; (C)(Hey!) I’ve been sleep in’ in my bed, (Am)(Ho!) I’ve been sleep in’ in my (Em7)bed.

(C)(Hey!)

(C)(Ho!)

(C)(Ho!) So show me, fam i ly, (C)(Hey!) all the blood that I will 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 a (Em7)song.

(C)(Hey!)

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)heart!

(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 in’ on Ca nal (Am7)(Ho!) and Bow er y.

(C)(Hey!)

(Am7)(Ho!) You should be stand in’ next to (G)me.

(C)(Hey!)

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 heart.

I be long with

And love,

(C)we need it now.

Let’s hope,

let’s (C)hope for some,

’cause oh,

(C)we’re (G)bleed in’ out.

I be long with (C)(Ho!)

(C)(Hey!)

Ho Hey — Simple Sheet Music

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"Ho Hey" 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 C, 160 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

About “Ho Hey”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Ho Hey"?
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 "Ho Hey" by The Lumineers played in?
Ho Hey is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Ho Hey"?
The arrangement plays at 160 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Ho Hey" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Ho Hey"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Ho Hey"?
"Ho Hey" was originally performed by The Lumineers. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Ho Hey"?
This arrangement uses 6 chords: Am, Am7, C, Em7, F, G.
What other songs by The Lumineers can I play here?
Try "PATIENCE", "CLEOPATRA", "STUBBORN LOVE". 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 "Ho Hey". Key of C, 160 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.