- 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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Poor Little Fool |
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Voice Ukulele C Instrument | |
Vocal Range: |
C4-C5 |
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Scoring: |
Ukulele/Vocal/Chords Leadsheet |
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Original Published Key: |
C Major |
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Time Signature: |
2/2 |
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BPM: |
78 |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
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Product #:
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MN0128358 |
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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: |
2 |
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Lyrics Begin:
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I used to play around with hearts that hastened at my call, but when I met that little girl, |
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Arrangement Details
Song Details
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Date: |
1958 |
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Publisher: |
Sony/ATV Music Publishing |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0128358 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
I used to play around with hearts that hastened at my call, but when I met that little girl, |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The ukulele leadsheet edition of “Poor Little Fool” is in C major. It is currently available in that key only.
Can I print or download the sheet music?
Your purchase comes with 1 authorized print and an interactive copy you can access for life through the free Musicnotes apps. If you need a PDF, you can add one to your order at checkout.
Can I preview the score and hear it before buying?
You can preview the ukulele leadsheet score for “Poor Little Fool” 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 ukulele leadsheet arrangement include?
The ukulele leadsheet arrangement of “Poor Little Fool” is written for voice, ukulele and C instrument, allowing you to build your own arrangement. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.
Is “Poor Little Fool” available for other instruments?
Yes. “Poor Little Fool” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Poor Little Fool” to compare them.
What time signature is this version in?
The music is written in 2/2, also known as cut time. Each measure contains two half-note beats.

About This Arrangement
This digital sheet music edition of “Poor Little Fool” by Ricky Nelson is a ukulele leadsheet arrangement available for instant download and printing. The song was composed by Sharon Sheeley. This edition is 2 pages long. The published key is C major.
The tempo marking is easy rock, in 2, around 78 BPM. The scoring is for Voice, Ukulele and C Instrument. This edition contains complete lyrics. It falls under the Pop Rock style category.
This song is available in 6 arrangements on Musicnotes, spanning various instruments and difficulty levels. It was featured on Rick Nelson.
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