R&B & Soul Piano Songs in the Key of D Major

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.

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1. Spanish Harlem — Ben E. King

DSPANISH HARLEMBen E. King · Key D · 100 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: D | Tempo: 100 BPM

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2. Good Times — Chic

DGOOD TIMESChic · Key D · 120 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: D | Tempo: 120 BPM

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3. Touch Me In The Morning — Diana Ross

DTouch Me In The MorningDiana Ross · Key D · 120 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: D | Tempo: 120 BPM

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4. Cold Sweat, Pt. 1 — James Brown

DCOLD SWEAT, PT. 1James Brown · Key D · 100 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: D | Tempo: 100 BPM

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5. I Got You (I Feel Good) — James Brown

DI Got You (I Feel Good)James Brown · Key D · 142 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: D | Tempo: 142 BPM

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6. Dancing In The Street — Martha & The Vandellas

DDancing In The StreetMartha & The Vandellas · Key D · 120 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: D | Tempo: 120 BPM

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7. Ain't No Mountain High Enough — Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell

DAin't No Mountain High EnoughMarvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell · Key D · 120 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: D | Tempo: 120 BPM

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8. The Tears Of A Clown — Smokey Robinson & The Miracles

DThe Tears Of A ClownSmokey Robinson & The Miracles · Key D · 120 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Easy | Key: D | Tempo: 120 BPM

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9. Tell You Something — Alicia Keys

DTELL YOU SOMETHINGAlicia Keys · Key D · 110 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Medium | Key: D | Tempo: 110 BPM

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10. Wreckless Love — Alicia Keys

DWRECKLESS LOVEAlicia Keys · Key D · 87 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Medium | Key: D | Tempo: 87 BPM

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11. The Man — Aloe Blacc

DTHE MANAloe Blacc · Key D · 168 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Medium | Key: D | Tempo: 168 BPM

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12. The Thrill Is Gone — B.B. King

DTHE THRILL IS GONEB.B. King · Key D · 100 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Medium | Key: D | Tempo: 100 BPM

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13. Love Sneakin' Up On You — Bonnie Raitt

DLOVE SNEAKIN' UP ON YOUBonnie Raitt · Key D · 100 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Medium | Key: D | Tempo: 100 BPM

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14. Yeah 3X — Chris Brown

DYEAH 3XChris Brown · Key D · 126 BPMPlay

Difficulty: Medium | Key: D | Tempo: 126 BPM

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15. People Get Ready — Curtis Mayfield

DPEOPLE GET READYCurtis Mayfield · Key D · 110 BPMPlay

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.

Browse all R&B & Soul Piano Songs or explore songs in other keys to find the perfect match for your skill level and musical taste.