Phillipa Soo is best known for her role as Eliza Hamilton in the Broadway musical Hamilton, which got her into the spotlight.

Her music career extends beyond theater and she has an impressive vocal range and has performed in numerous concerts and live events.

Also, she continues to be a beloved figure in musical theater and beyond, with fans admiring her talent, passion, and commitment to her craft.

About the Song

“Helpless” from Hamilton is a heartfelt song sung by Eliza Hamilton, expressing her overwhelming love for Alexander Hamilton. The song captures her excitement and innocence as she falls in love with him.

Helpless Lyrics by Phillipa Soo

ELIZA

Ohh, I do, I do, I do, I
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Do! Hey!
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Ohh, I do, I do, I do, I
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Do! Boy, you got me
Hey, hey, hey, hey

ELIZA AND WOMEN

Helpless!
Look into your eyes and the sky’s the limit, I’m helpless!
Down for the count, and I’m drownin’ in ’em

ELIZA

I have never been the type to try and grab the spotlight
We were at a revel with some rebels on a hot night
Laughin’ at my sister as she’s dazzling the room
Then you walked in and my heart went “Boom!”
Tryin’ to catch your eye from the side of the ballroom
Everybody’s dancin’ and the band’s top volume

ELIZA AND WOMEN

Grind to the rhythm as we wine and dine

ELIZA & ALL WOMEN

Grab my sister, and whisper, “Yo, this one’s mine.” (Ooh)
My sister made her way across the room to you (Ooh)
And I got nervous, thinking “What’s she gonna do?” (Ooh)
She grabbed you by the arm, I’m thinkin’ “I’m through” (Ooh)
Then you look back at me and suddenly I’m
Helpless!
Oh, look at those eyes
Look into your eyes
And the sky’s the limit
Oh!
I’m helpless
Yeah, I’m helpless, I know
Down for the count and I’m drownin’ in ’em
I’m helpless
I’m so into you
Look into your eyes
I am so into you
And the sky’s the limit, I’m helpless
I know I’m down for the count and I’m drownin’ in ’em
Down for the count and I’m drownin’ in ’em

HAMILTON

Where are you taking me?

ANGELICA

I’m about to change your life

HAMILTON

Then by all means, lead the way

ELIZA

Elizabeth Schuyler. It’s a pleasure to meet you

HAMILTON

Schuyler?

ANGELICA

My sister

ELIZA

Thank you for all your service

HAMILTON

If it takes fighting a war for us to meet, it will have been worth it

ANGELICA

I’ll leave you to it

ELIZA AND WOMEN

One week later

ELIZA

I’m writin’ a letter nightly
Now my life gets better, every letter that you write me
Laughin’ at my sister, ’cause she wants to form a harem

ANGELICA

I’m just sayin’, if you really loved me, you would share him

ELIZA & ALL WOMEN

Ha!
Two weeks later in the living room stressin’ (Stressin’)
My father’s stone-faced while you’re asking for his blessin’ (Blessin’)
I’m dying inside, as you wine and dine
And I’m tryin’ not to cry ‘cause there’s nothing that your mind can’t do (Ooh)
My father makes his way across the room to you (Ooh)
I panic for a second, thinking “we’re through”(Ooh)
But then he shakes your hand and says “Be true” (Ooh)
And you turn back to me, smiling, and I’m
Helpless! (Helpless!)
Look into your eyes and the sky’s the limit
I’m helpless
Helpless
Down for the count and I’m drownin’ in ’em (Hoo!)
I’m helpless!
That boy is mine, that boy is mine
Look into your eyes and the sky’s the limit
I’m helpless
Helpless, helpless
Down for the count and I’m drownin’ in ’em
Down for the count and I’m drownin’ in ’em

HAMILTON

Eliza, I don’t have a dollar to my name
An acre of land, a troop to command, a dollop of fame
All I have’s my honor, a tolerance for pain
A couple of college credits and my top-notch brain
Insane, your family brings out a different side of me
Peggy confides in me, Angelica tried to take a bite of me
No stress, my love for you is never in doubt
We’ll get a little place in Harlem and we’ll figure it out
I’ve been livin’ without a family since I was a child
My father left, my mother died, I grew up buckwild
But I’ll never forget my mother’s face, that was real
And long as I’m alive, Eliza, swear to God
You’ll never feel so…

ALL WOMEN, ELIZA & HAMILTON

Helpless!
I do, I do, I do, I do!
Eliza
Helpless!
I do, I do, I do, I do!
I’ve never felt so—
Helpless!
Hey, yeah, yeah!
Down for the count and I’m drownin’ in ’em
I’m down for the count, I’m—
Helpless!
Yo, my life is gon’ be fine ’cause Eliza’s in it
Helpless!
I look into your eyes and the sky’s the limit, I’m—
Helpless!
Down for the count and I’m drownin’ in ’em
…drownin’ in ’em

ALL WOMEN

In New York, you can be a new man…
In New York, you can be a new man…
In New York, you can be a new man…

ELIZA

Helpless

Similar Songs Like Helpless

Here are some similar soulful songs, like Helpless to express your feelings clearly:

• “That Would Be Enough”: In this song, Eliza Hamilton expresses her deep love and devotion to Alexander Hamilton, even when faced with the challenges of their life together. 
•  “Burn”: This emotional song contrasts with “Helpless,” as Eliza Hamilton struggles with betrayal and heartbreak after finding Alexander’s infidelity. 
• “Amélie”: As the title character, Phillipa Soo sings this song with emotional depth, capturing Amélie’s unique view of the world and her journey toward love. 
• “The Next Right Thing”: Phillipa Soo performed in a special performance of this song, representing hope and moving forward in difficult times.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Helpless About in the Context of Hamilton?

Helpless” depicts Eliza Schuyler’s perspective on meeting, falling in love with, and marrying Alexander Hamilton. 

Is Helpless Available on Streaming Platforms?

Yes, “Helpless” is available on major streaming platforms as part of the Hamilton soundtrack.

What Makes Helpless Significant to the Plot of Hamilton?

“Helpless” depicts Eliza Schuyler and Alexander Hamilton’s romance and wedding, building their relationship’s emotional foundation in the story.