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Intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music for "Hey Paula" by Paul & Paula, in G major at about 73 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music for "Hey Paula" by Paul & Paula

Preview of the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement for “Hey Paula” by Paul & Paula.

Hey Paula by Paul & Paula
Acoustic Guitar Sheet Music

Treble clefMid-staff range

The acoustic guitar part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrepop · soul · R&B
Moodromantic · hopeful · joyful
Signatureclassic pop ballad with soulful R&B warmth
G major
Key
73
BPM
4/4
Time
Chords

The progression

D7
G
Em
Am7
C
E
A7
E7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVersePre-ChorusChorusPost-ChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

vocals
male and female lead vocals in a call‑and‑response style, both clear, warm, and expressive
acoustic guitar
gentle, syncopated strumming providing the harmonic backbone
electric bass
warm, round, syncopated bassline driving the groove
drums
steady, laid‑back drum pattern with soft kick, snare, and hi‑hat
electric piano
smooth, warm electric piano chords and melodic fills
synth pads
subtle, airy synth pads adding depth and warmth
Album & artist
ALBUM

Hey Paula / Bobby Is the One (1962)

This debut release paired their breakout hit 'Hey Paula', which climbed to number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in early 1963, with its B-side 'Bobby Is the One'. It captured the wholesome, lovestruck sound that made them a brief but genuine phenomenon in early 1960s pop.

All of Hey Paula / Bobby Is the One
Artist

Paul & Paula

Paul and Paula were a pop singing duo from Texas, made up of Ray Hildebrand and Jill Jackson, who met while attending Howard Payne College in Brownwood in the early 1960s. Hildebrand wrote their signature song after the pair performed it on a local radio station, and it quickly caught enough attention to land them a record deal with Mercury Records. They recorded sweet, romantic pop music aimed squarely at the teen audience of the era.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Hey Paula" in?

"Hey Paula" by Paul & Paula is in G major.

What is the tempo of "Hey Paula"?

"Hey Paula" plays at around 73 BPM in 4/4 time.

What chords are in "Hey Paula"?

The core progression is D7, G, Em, Am7, C, and E, built around the G major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Hey Paula"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, electric bass, drums, electric piano, synth pads, and vocals.

Can I get "Hey Paula" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate acoustic guitar sheet music arrangement of "Hey Paula" by Paul & Paula, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Hey Paula" acoustic guitar sheet music easy to play?

"Hey Paula" acoustic guitar sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 73 BPM in G major with 8 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 "Hey Paula" acoustic guitar sheet music?

Yes. The beginner acoustic guitar sheet music for "Hey Paula" 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 "Hey Paula" on?

"Hey Paula" appears on Hey Paula / Bobby Is the One (1962).

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Can I get sheet music for a live or cover version?

Yes. The score is generated from whatever recording you pick, so a live take, a remix, or a cover each match that exact performance.

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Piano, guitar, violin, trumpet, sax, bass, drums, vocals and more, as standard sheet music, a piano roll, or guitar tabs.

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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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