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Intermediate piano sheet music for "Helpless Heart" by Paul Brady, in C major at about 81 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Piano Sheet Music for "Helpless Heart" by Paul Brady

Preview of the intermediate piano sheet music arrangement for “Helpless Heart” by Paul Brady.

Helpless Heart by Paul Brady
Piano Sheet Music

Grand staffMid-staff range

The piano part reads from the grand staff, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrerock · pop · acoustic
Moodmelancholic · reflective
Signatureacoustic rock ballad with a gentle, heartfelt vibe
C major
Key
81
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

C
Cmaj9
Am7
Fmaj/5
F
Cmaj/3
Csus4
Dmin/b3
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-chorusChorusVersePre-chorusChorusBridgeFinal chorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

acoustic guitar
strummed and fingerpicked, providing the harmonic backbone
electric bass
warm, supportive low end
string section
lush, sustained pads that add emotional depth
drums
soft, steady beat with brushed snares and light cymbal work
piano
subtle, melodic fills and chordal support
Album & artist
ALBUM

True for You (1983)

His follow-up to Hard Station, continuing the rock and pop direction he had set out on. It helped establish him as a serious Irish songwriter working in the commercial rock idiom.

All of True for You
Artist

Paul Brady

Paul Brady is a singer-songwriter from Strabane, Northern Ireland, born in 1947. He started out playing Irish traditional music, working with groups like Planxty and in a duo with Andy Irvine, before moving toward a rock-influenced sound with original songwriting. His catalog spans both ends of that spectrum, from spare acoustic folk to electric pop and rock.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Helpless Heart" in?

"Helpless Heart" by Paul Brady is in C major.

What is the tempo of "Helpless Heart"?

"Helpless Heart" plays at around 81 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Helpless Heart"?

The core progression is C, Cmaj9, Am7, Fmaj/5, F, and Cmaj/3, built around the C major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Helpless Heart"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, electric bass, drums, piano, and string section.

Can I get "Helpless Heart" piano sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate piano sheet music arrangement of "Helpless Heart" by Paul Brady, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Helpless Heart" piano sheet music easy to play?

"Helpless Heart" piano sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 81 BPM in C major with 18 chords to navigate, the part sits at a comfortable intermediate level. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "Helpless Heart" piano sheet music?

Yes. The beginner piano sheet music for "Helpless Heart" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.

What album is "Helpless Heart" on?

"Helpless Heart" appears on True for You (1983).

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Yes. You get a downloadable PDF, plus in-app playback and the option to transpose or adjust the arrangement before you print.

How accurate is the transcription?

It is produced by AI trained on millions of bars of music, and you can play it back and fine-tune any details before you download.

Is this transcription licensed?

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