Joe Hill

by Joan Baez
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(G)I cop per (Gsus)boss

as (G)killed you, Joe.

β€œThey shot you, Joe,” says I.

It takes more than guns to (G)kill a man.

Says Joe, β€œI nev you’ll find β€œI did n’t (D)die.”

Says Joe, β€œI nev you’ll find β€œI did n’t (G)he.

(G)The stand ing (Gsus)there Joe (G)big as life

and smil ing with his eyes.

And this Joe, that they can (G)nev er kill,

went on β€œI nev er died,” to or gan (D)ize.

Went on β€œI nev er died,” to or gan (G)die.”

(G)And Hill.

(G)I he.

Joe Hill β€” Piano Lead Sheet

"Joe Hill" lead sheet with chords, melody, and lyrics. Play the melody while following chord symbols above. Perfect for sing-along or accompaniment. Key of G, 100 BPM.

Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any tempo.

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Where are the chord symbols for "Joe Hill" displayed?
Lead Sheet shows chord symbols (like Am, G7, C) above the melody line with lyrics below. Every chord change highlights in real time as the song plays, so you can play the melody with the right hand and follow chord shapes with the left. "Joe Hill" is in G.
What key is "Joe Hill" by Joan Baez played in?
Joe Hill 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 "Joe Hill"?
The arrangement plays at 100 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Joe Hill" easy to play on piano?
This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
Can I download sheet music for "Joe Hill"?
Yes β€” registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Joe Hill"?
"Joe Hill" was originally performed by Joan Baez. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "Joe Hill"?
This arrangement uses 5 chords: A, C, D, G, Gsus4.
What other songs by Joan Baez can I play here?
Try "WE SHALL OVERCOME", "Here's To You". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Does "Joe Hill" have chords and lyrics?
Yes! The Lead Sheet shows the melody with chord symbols (like Am, G, C) and full lyrics. Perfect for singing along or playing with a band. "Joe Hill" is in the key of G at 100 BPM.
What chords are in "Joe Hill"?
Open the Lead Sheet to see all chord symbols displayed above the melody line. The song is in the key of G, so you'll find chords common to that key. Each chord highlights in real time as the song plays.

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