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

E Major's four sharps (F♯, C♯, G♯, D♯) give it a rich, powerful sound. It's the natural key of the guitar, which means many rock and pop classics were originally written here. On piano, E Major requires confident use of black keys, making it intermediate territory — but the sonic payoff is worth the effort.

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 E Major, selected from over 42 songs in our library.

1. Reach Out, I'll Be There — Four Tops

Play "Reach Out, I'll Be There"Key: E · 120 BPM

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

2. You Want Me — Luke James

Play "You Want Me"Key: E · 124 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: E | Tempo: 124 BPM

3. I Heard It Through The Grape Vine — Marvin Gaye

Play "I Heard It Through The Grape Vine"Key: E · 120 BPM

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

4. Soul Man — Sam & Dave

Play "SOUL MAN"Key: E · 112 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: E | Tempo: 112 BPM

5. Take Me To The River — Al Green

Play "TAKE ME TO THE RIVER"Key: E · 100 BPM

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

6. Doesn't Mean Anything — Alicia Keys

Play "DOESN'T MEAN ANYTHING"Key: E · 104 BPM

Difficulty: Medium | Key: E | Tempo: 104 BPM

7. Stolen Moments — Alicia Keys

Play "STOLEN MOMENTS"Key: E · 90 BPM

Difficulty: Medium | Key: E | Tempo: 90 BPM

8. When You Really

Love Someone — Alicia Keys

Play "WHEN YOU REALLY LOVE SOMEONE"Key: E · 68 BPM

Difficulty: Medium | Key: E | Tempo: 67.5 BPM

9. Lovely Day — Bill Withers

Play "Lovely Day"Key: E · 98 BPM

Difficulty: Medium | Key: E | Tempo: 98 BPM

10. Get Outta My Dreams,

Get Into My Car — Billy Ocean

Play "GET OUTTA MY DREAMS, GET INTO MY CAR"Key: E · 112 BPM

Difficulty: Medium | Key: E | Tempo: 112 BPM

11. Angels From Montgomery — Bonnie Raitt

Play "ANGELS FROM MONTGOMERY"Key: E · 130 BPM

Difficulty: Medium | Key: E | Tempo: 130 BPM

12. Kiss Kiss — Chris Brown featuring T-Pain

Play "KISS KISS"Key: E · 140 BPM

Difficulty: Medium | Key: E | Tempo: 140 BPM

13. On The Radio — Donna Summer

Play "ON THE RADIO"Key: E · 72 BPM

Difficulty: Medium | Key: E | Tempo: 72 BPM

14. This Time I Know

It's For Real — Donna Summer

Play "THIS TIME I KNOW IT'S FOR REAL"Key: E · 110 BPM

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

15. Always And Forever — Heatwave

Play "ALWAYS AND FOREVER"Key: E · 127 BPM

Difficulty: Medium | Key: E | Tempo: 127.49999999999999 BPM

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This is just a selection of 15 songs from over 42 r&b & soul piano songs available in the key of E 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.