I Got You (I Feel Good)

· by James Brown

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I Got You (I Feel Good)

James Brown142 BPM

Lyrics

(A7)Whoa!

I feel good.

I knew that I would now.

I feel (G7)good.

I knew that I would now.

So good,

so good,

I got you.

I feel nice.

Ah, sug ar and spice.

now.

I feel (G7)nice.

Ah, sug ar and spice.

now.

So nice,

so nice,

I got you.

I feel nice.

When I (G7)hold you in my arms,

I (D7)know that I can do no wrong.

And (G7)when I hold you in my arms, my (A7)love won’t do you no harm.

And I feel

nice.

Ah, sug ar and spice.

I feel (G7)nice.

Ah, sug ar and spice.

So nice,

so nice,

I got you.

When I (G7)hold you in my arms,

I (D7)know that I can do no wrong.

And (G7)when I hold you in my arms, my (A7)love can’t do me no harm.

And I feel

nice.

Ah, sug ar and spice.

I feel (G7)nice.

Ah, sug ar and spice.

So nice,

so nice,

I got you.

I feel good.

So good,

so good, ’cause I got you.

So good,

so good, ’cause I got you.

I Got You (I Feel Good) by James Brown — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “I Got You (I Feel Good)” by James Brown 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 D at 120 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 "I Got You (I Feel Good)" 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 "I Got You (I Feel Good)"?: 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.
What other James Brown songs work for kids?: Try "THE PAYBACK", "SAY IT LOUD", "SOUL POWER". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.