R&B & Soul Piano Songs in the Key of D Major
Discover the best r&b & soul piano songs in the key of D Major. 15 curated songs from 44+ available — with difficulty levels, tempo, and tips.
D Major has two sharps (F♯ and C♯) and carries a warm, resonant quality that many pianists love. It's a favorite key for string instruments, which means classical pieces and orchestral arrangements often land here. The key has a confident, uplifting character that suits both energetic songs and heartfelt ballads.
R&B and soul were built on the piano. From Motown to modern R&B, the piano provides the harmonic foundation that makes this genre so rich. These songs showcase the beautiful chord progressions and soulful melodies that define the style. Below you'll find 15 hand-picked r&b & soul piano songs in the key of D Major, selected from over 44 songs in our library.
1. Spanish Harlem — Ben E. King
Difficulty: Easy | Key: D | Tempo: 100 BPM
2. Good Times — Chic
Difficulty: Easy | Key: D | Tempo: 120 BPM
3. Touch Me In The Morning — Diana Ross
Difficulty: Easy | Key: D | Tempo: 120 BPM
4. Cold Sweat, Pt. 1 — James Brown
Difficulty: Easy | Key: D | Tempo: 100 BPM
5. I Got You (I Feel Good) — James Brown
Difficulty: Easy | Key: D | Tempo: 142 BPM
6. Dancing In The Street — Martha & The Vandellas
Difficulty: Easy | Key: D | Tempo: 120 BPM
7. Ain't No Mountain High Enough — Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell
Difficulty: Easy | Key: D | Tempo: 120 BPM
8. The Tears Of A Clown — Smokey Robinson & The Miracles
Difficulty: Easy | Key: D | Tempo: 120 BPM
9. Tell You Something — Alicia Keys
Difficulty: Medium | Key: D | Tempo: 110 BPM
10. Wreckless Love — Alicia Keys
Difficulty: Medium | Key: D | Tempo: 87 BPM
11. The Man — Aloe Blacc
Difficulty: Medium | Key: D | Tempo: 168 BPM
12. The Thrill Is Gone — B.B. King
Difficulty: Medium | Key: D | Tempo: 100 BPM
13. Love Sneakin' Up On You — Bonnie Raitt
Difficulty: Medium | Key: D | Tempo: 100 BPM
14. Yeah 3X — Chris Brown
Difficulty: Medium | Key: D | Tempo: 126 BPM
15. People Get Ready — Curtis Mayfield
Difficulty: Medium | Key: D | Tempo: 110 BPM
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This is just a selection of 15 songs from over 44 r&b & soul piano songs available in the key of D Major. Whether you're just starting out or looking for your next challenge, there's always more to discover.
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