- 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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Human Nature |
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Voice Guitar C Instrument | |
Vocal Range: |
D4-Bb5 |
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Scoring: |
Leadsheet Lyrics/Melody/Guitar |
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Transposed Key: |
Eb Major |
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Original Published Key: |
C Major |
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Time Signature: |
2/2 |
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BPM: |
90 |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
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Product #:
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MN0100386_U3 |
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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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Average Rating:
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Rated 4.5/5 based on 6 customer ratings |
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Top Review:
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"I really like playing this song, although the ending is a little fast for my ability on a ..." Read reviews
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Lyrics Begin:
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Looking out across the night time, the city winks a sleepless eye. |
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Arrangement Details
By: |
Michael Jackson |
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Pages: |
3 |
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Form: |
Song |
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Instruments: |
Voice Guitar C Instrument | |
Vocal Range: |
D4-Bb5 |
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Scorings: |
Leadsheet Lyrics/Melody/Guitar |
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Transposed Key: |
Eb Major |
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Original Published Key: |
C Major |
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Available Keys: |
C Major (Orig), A Major (-3), Bb Major (-2), D Major (+2), Eb Major (+3), F Major (-7), G Major (-5) |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0100386_U3 |
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Tempo: |
Moderately |
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Metronome: |
h = 90 |
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Time Signature: |
2/2 |
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Song Details
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Date: |
1982 |
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Publisher: |
Sony/ATV Music Publishing |
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Product Type: |
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Musicnotes |
Product #: |
MN0100386_U3 |
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Lyrics Begin: |
Looking out across the night time, the city winks a sleepless eye. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What key is this version in, and is it available in other keys?
The leadsheet edition of “Human Nature” is in Eb major. The originally published key is C major. You can also purchase it in 6 other keys, each sold separately.
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 leadsheet score for “Human Nature” 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 “Human Nature” is written for voice, guitar and C instrument, allowing you to build your own arrangement. Complete lyrics are included, so a singer can work from this copy alone.
Is “Human Nature” available for other instruments?
Yes. “Human Nature” is available in other editions for a range of instruments, scorings and skill levels. View all sheet music versions of “Human Nature” 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
Available as digital sheet music, “Human Nature” by Michael Jackson is a leadsheet arrangement you can download and print. The song was written by John Bettis and Steve Porcaro. This edition includes 3 pages of music. This arrangement is in Eb major.
It can be transposed into 6 alternate keys. The tempo is moderately, at around 90 BPM. The scoring is for Voice, Guitar and C Instrument. For vocalists, contains complete lyrics.
It falls under the R&B style category. It holds a 4.5 out of 5 rating from 6 ratings. A verified buyer says: “I really like playing this song, although the ending is a little fast for my ability on a trombone.”
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