What key is "Human" by Christina Perri played in?

Human is arranged in the key of Db on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.

What's the tempo (BPM) of "Human"?

The arrangement plays at 72 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.

Is "Human" 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 "Human"?

Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.

Who composed "Human"?

"Human" was originally performed by Christina Perri. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.

What chords are used in "Human"?

This arrangement uses 7 chords: Ab, Abmaj7, C, Cm, Cm7, Db, Fm.

What other songs by Christina Perri can I play here?

Try "A THOUSAND YEARS", "Jar of Hearts", "Jar of Hearts". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.

Lyrics

(Ab)I

can (Cm7)hold my breath.

(Cm7)I

can bite

my tongue.

laugh.

(Ab)I can stay a wake for days if that’s what you want.

(Ab)Be

your num

ber one.

(Ab)I

can (Cm7)fake a smile.

(Cm7)I

can force

a tongue.

laugh.

(Ab)I can dance and play the part if that’s what you ask.

(Ab)Give

you all

I am.

I can do it,

I can do it.

But I’m on ly (Fm)hu man,

and I (Ab)bleed when I fall down.

I’m on ly (Fm)hu man,

and I (Ab)crash and I break down.

Your words in my head, knives in my heart; you build me up and then I fall a part.

’Cause I’m on ly (Fm)hu man.

(Ab)I

can turn

it on,

(Ab)be

a good

ma chine.

(Ab)I can hold the weight of worlds if (Db)that’s what you need.

(Ab)Be

your ev

’ry thing.

I can do it,

I’ll get through it.

But I’m on ly (Fm)hu man,

and I (Ab)bleed when I fall down.

I’m on ly (Fm)hu man,

and I (Ab)crash and I break down.

Your words in my head, knives in my heart; you build me up and then I fall a part.

’Cause I’m on ly (Fm)hu man.

I’m on ly hu man,

just a lit tle hu man.

(Ab)I

can take

so much

(Ab)’til

I’ve had

e nough.

(CN.C.)’Cause I’m on ly

Human — Visual Piano Sheet Music

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"Human" in visual bar notation — see every note as a colored bar on the staff. Easier to read than traditional sheet music. Scrolls automatically as you play. Key of Db, 72 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

Try other practice modes:

Falling Notes Beginner Lead Sheet Simple Sheet

About “Human”

What key is "Human" by Christina Perri played in?: Human is arranged in the key of Db on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Human"?: The arrangement plays at 72 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Human" 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 "Human"?: Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Human"?: "Human" was originally performed by Christina Perri. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Human"?: This arrangement uses 7 chords: Ab, Abmaj7, C, Cm, Cm7, Db, Fm.
What other songs by Christina Perri can I play here?: Try "A THOUSAND YEARS", "Jar of Hearts", "Jar of Hearts". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.