- Contains complete lyrics
Leadsheets typically only contain the lyrics, chord symbols and melody line of a song and are rarely more than one page in length. Musicians will often use these skeletons to improvise their own arrangements. Leadsheets often do not contain complete lyrics to the song.
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The Hardest Part |
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Voice C Instrument | |
Vocal Range: |
G3-Bb5 |
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Scoring: |
Leadsheet Lyrics/Melody/Chords |
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Original Published Key: |
Bb Major |
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Time Signature: |
4/4 |
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BPM: |
124 |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
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Product #:
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MN0155012 |
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Price:
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$3.99
Includes 1 print + interactive copy with lifetime access in our free apps.
Each additional print is $2.99
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Pages: |
3 |
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Lyrics Begin:
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And the hardest part was letting go, not taking part. |
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Arrangement Details
By: |
Coldplay |
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Pages: |
3 |
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Form: |
Song |
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Instruments: |
Voice C Instrument | |
Vocal Range: |
G3-Bb5 |
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Scorings: |
Leadsheet Lyrics/Melody/Chords |
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Original Published Key: |
Bb Major |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0155012 |
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Metronome: |
q = 124 |
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Time Signature: |
4/4 |
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Song Details
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Date: |
2005 |
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Publisher: |
Universal Music Publishing Group |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0155012 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
And the hardest part was letting go, not taking part. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The leadsheet edition of “The Hardest Part” is in Bb major. It is currently available in that key only.
Can I print or download the sheet music?
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Can I preview the score and hear it before buying?
You can preview the leadsheet score for “The Hardest Part” and hear its playback on this page before choosing a key or purchase option. The playback follows the notation in this exact arrangement, helping you hear how the music is written before you buy.
What does this leadsheet arrangement include?
The leadsheet arrangement of “The Hardest Part” is written for voice and C instrument, allowing you to build your own arrangement. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.
Is “The Hardest Part” available for other instruments?
Yes. “The Hardest Part” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “The Hardest Part” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 4/4. Each measure contains four quarter-note beats.

About This Arrangement
“The Hardest Part” by Coldplay is offered as a leadsheet arrangement in instantly downloadable digital sheet music. The original music is by Chris Martin, Guy Berryman and William Champion. The arrangement spans 3 pages.
It's scored in Bb major. The suggested tempo is around 124 BPM. It's arranged for Voice and C Instrument.
For vocalists, contains complete lyrics. It's categorized as Adult Alternative on Musicnotes. Musicnotes offers 17 arrangements of this song, across a range of instruments and skill levels.
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