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

Discover the best r&b & soul piano songs in the key of G Major. 15 curated songs from 70+ available — with difficulty levels, tempo, and tips.

G Major adds just one sharp (F♯) to the mix, making it one of the most natural-sounding keys on piano. It has a bright, optimistic quality that works beautifully across genres — from folk and country to pop and rock. Many guitar-driven songs are written in G, which means a huge catalog of popular music lives in this key.

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 G Major, selected from over 70 songs in our library.

1. Stand By Me — Ben E. King

Play "Stand By Me"Key: G · 88 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: G | Tempo: 88 BPM

2. Best Thing I Never Had — Beyoncé

Play "Best Thing I Never Had"Key: G · 96 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: G | Tempo: 96 BPM

3. Bo Diddley — Bo Diddley

Play "BO DIDDLEY"Key: G · 210 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: G | Tempo: 210 BPM

4. Something's Got A Hold On Me — Etta James

Play "SOMETHING'S GOT A HOLD ON ME"Key: G · 120 BPM

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

5. Band Of Gold — Freda Payne

Play "BAND OF GOLD"Key: G · 110 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: G | Tempo: 110 BPM

6. Theme From Shaft — Isaac Hayes

Play "THEME FROM SHAFT"Key: G · 100 BPM

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

7. How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) — Marvin Gaye

Play "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)"Key: G · 120 BPM

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

8. I'm A Man — Muddy Waters

Play "I'M A MAN"Key: G · 90 BPM

Difficulty: Easy | Key: G | Tempo: 90 BPM

9. (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay — Otis Redding

Play "(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay"Key: G · 120 BPM

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

10. Killing Me Softly

With His Song — Roberta Flack

Play "KILLING ME SOFTLY WITH HIS SONG"Key: G · 100 BPM

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

11. Tracks Of My Tears — Smokey Robinson & The Miracles

Play "Tracks Of My Tears"Key: G · 120 BPM

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

12. You've Really Got A Hold On Me — Smokey Robinson & The Miracles

Play "You've Really Got A Hold On Me"Key: G · 120 BPM

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

13. My Cherie Amour — Stevie Wonder

Play "MY CHERIE AMOUR"Key: G · 112 BPM

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

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

Play "REACH OUT, I'LL BE THERE"Key: G · 100 BPM

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

15. You Can't Hurry Love — The Supremes

Play "You Can't Hurry Love"Key: G · 120 BPM

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

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This is just a selection of 15 songs from over 70 r&b & soul piano songs available in the key of G 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.

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