Help Me Hank I'm Falling
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G C
Well I made me a record in Nashville not long ago
D7 G
And before too long I knew the world would know
C
That it was a hit and I’d soon be making the rounds
A7 D7
They’d be coming for miles just hear my country sound
C G C
I don’t know you from Adam and if you’re gonna play the jukebox
G C
Now things came to pass and I found myself a star
D7 G
I never dreamed that I’d ever drop out of the charts
C
So I closed you out and to my own little world I split
A7 D7
I know I put you down but Hank please write me a hit
C
Help me Hank I’m falling can’t you hear me a calling
G C
Can’t you see I’m sorry that I turned you away old pal
Help me Hank I’m a falling Paycheck darling is a calling
D7 G
This little darling really needs you now
C
Well you gave me A-11 and I thought I had a Tiger By The Tail
D7 G
But I need another song Hank Cochran without fail
C
Write me a letter send me a wire or call
A7 D7
Cause if you don’t I’m gonna sit right down and bawl
C
Help me Hank I’m falling can’t you hear me a calling
G C
Can’t you see I’m sorry that I turned you away old pal
Help me Hank I’m a falling Paycheck darling is a calling
D7 G
This little darling really needs you now
How to play Help Me Hank I'm Falling
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is G. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.