Family Affair

by Mary J. Blige

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Let’s get it crunk; we’re gon’ have fun up on it (in this dance a (Gm)rie).

We got y’all o pen; now ya float in’ so you (gots to dance for (Cm)me).

Don’t need no hate a ra tion, hol ler a tion (in this dance a (Gm)rie).

Let’s get it per co lat ing while you’re wait ing (so just dance for (Cm)me).

Come on, ev ’ry bod y, get on up, ’cause you know we gots to get it crunk.

Mar y J.

is in the spot to night and I’m ’a make you feel all right.

(Make you feel all right.) Come on, ba by, just par ty with me.

Let loose and set your bod y free.

Leave your sit u a tions at the door so when you step in side, jump on the floor.

Let’s get it crunk; we’re gon’ have fun up on it (in this dance a (Gm)rie).

We got y’all o pen; now ya float in’ so you (gots to dance for (Cm)me).

Don’t need no hate a ra tion, hol ler a tion (in this dance a (Gm)rie).

Let’s get it per co lat ing while you’re wait ing, (so just for it’s (Cm)me.) ly gon na be a bout a mat ter of time be fore you get loose and start to lose your mind.

(Gm)Cop you a drink; go ’head and rock your ice, ’cause we’re cel e brat ing no more dra ma in our life.

With a (Cm)great track pump in’, ev ’ry bod y’s jump in’.

Go a head and twist your back and get your bod y bump in’.

I (Gm)told you, leave your sit u a tions at the door, so grab some bod y and get your ass on the dance floor.

Let’s get it crunk; we’re gon’ have fun up on it (in this dance a (Gm)rie).

We got y’all o pen; now ya float in’ so you (gots to dance for (Cm)me).

Don’t need no hate a ra tion, hol ler a tion (in this dance a (Gm)rie).

Let’s get it per co lat ing while you’re wait ing, (so Ooh, for it’s (Cm)on ly gon na be a bout a mat ter of time be fore you get loose and start to lose your mind.

(Gm)Cop you a drink; go ’head and rock your ice, ’cause we’re cel e brat ing no more dra ma in our life.

With a (Cm)great track pump in’, ev ’ry bod y’s jump in’.

Go a head and twist your back and get your bod y bump in’.

I (Gm)told you, leave your sit u a tions at the door, so grab some bod y and get your ass on the dance floor.

while you’re wait ing, (so just dance for (Cm11)me.) don’t need no hat ers;

we’re just (Gm11)try ing to love one an oth er.

We just (Cm)want y’all to have a good time.

No more dra ma in your life.

Work real (Gm)hard to make a dime.

If you got beef, your prob ’m not mine.

Leave all (Cm)that b.

s.

out side; we’re gon na cel e brate all night.

Let’s have (Gm)fun to night, no fights.

Turn that great track way up high.

Mak in’ you (Cm)dance all night, and I got some real heat for you this time.

It does n’t (Gm)mat ter if you’re white or black; let’s get crunk, ’cause Mar y’s back.

(Cm)me.) Let’s get it crunk; we’re gon’ have fun up on it (in this dance a (Gm)rie).

We got y’all o pen; now ya float ’in so you (gots to dance for (Cm)me).

Don’t need no hate a ra tion, hol ler a tion (in this dance a (Gm)rie).

Let’s get it per co lat ing while you’re wait ing, (so just dance for (Cm)me.) Let’s get it crunk; we’re gon’ have fun up on it (in this dance a (Gm)rie).

We got y’all o pen; now ya float ’in so you (gots to dance for (Cm)me).

Don’t need no hate a ra tion, hol ler a tion (in this dance a (Gm)rie).

Let’s get it per co lat ing while you’re wait ing, (so just dance for (Cm)me.)

Family Affair by Mary J. Blige — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Family Affair by Mary J. Blige in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of Eb at 105 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Family Affair" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Family Affair"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "Family Affair" use?
Just 4 chords: Cm, Cmin, Gm, Gmin. Few enough that a child can recognize them quickly.
What other Mary J. Blige songs work for kids?
Try "MY LIFE '06", "BE WITHOUT YOU", "JUST FINE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.