Make Me Feel

by Janelle Monae

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Lyrics

Yeah.

Ba by, don’t make me spell it out for you.

All of the feel ings that I’ve got for you

can’t be ex plained, but I can try for you.

Yeah, ba by, don’t make me spell it out for you.

You keep on ask ing me the same ques tions.

Why?

And sec ond guess ing all my in ten tions.

Should know by the way I use my com pres sion

that you’ve got the an swers to my con fes sions.

It’s like I’m (D)pow er ful with a lit tle bit of ten der.

(C)An e mo tion al sex u al bend er.

(Em)Mess me up, yeah, but no one does it bet ter.

There’s noth ing bet ter.

That’s just the way you make me (G)feel.

(That’s just the way you make me feel.) That’s just the way you make me feel.

(That’s just the way you Ah.

me feel.) So good, so good, so fuck ing (C)real.

(So good, so good, Ah ha.

ing real.) That’s just the way you make me (G)feel.

(That’s just the way you make me feel.) That’s just the way you make me feel.

know I love it, so please don’t stop it.

Why?

You got me right here in your jean pock et.

Should Lay ing your bod y on a shag car pet.

that You know I love it, so please don’t stop it.

It’s like I’m (D)pow er ful with a lit tle bit of ten der.

(C)An e mo tion al sex u al bend er.

(Em)Mess me up, yeah, but no one does it bet ter.

There’s noth ing bet ter.

That’s just the way you make me (G)feel.

(That’s just the way you make me feel.) That’s just the way you make me feel.

(That’s just the way you Ah.

me feel.) So good, so good, so fuck ing (C)real.

(So good, so good, Ah ha.

ing real.) That’s just the way you make me (G)feel.

(That’s just the way you make me feel.) That’s just the way you make me feel.

know I love feel.) That’s just the way you make me feel.

Ooh!

That’s just the way that I feel (Edim)now, ba by.

Good God!

I can’t help it, ah!

Hey!

That’s just the way that I feel, yeah.

Please, I can’t help it.

like I’m (D)pow er ful with a lit tle bit of ten der.

(C)An e mo tion al sex u al bend er.

(Em)Mess me up, yeah, but no one does it bet ter.

There’s noth ing bet ter.

Damn.

That’s just the way you make me (G)feel.

(That’s just the way you make me feel.) That’s just the way you make me feel.

(That’s just Ooh, way you ah.

me feel.) So good, so good, so fuck ing (C)real.

(So good, so good, Ah ha.

ing real.) That’s just the way you make me (G)feel.

(That’s just the way you make me feel.) That’s just the way you make me feel.

Ooh.

That’s just the way you make me feel.

You make me feel.

So good, so good, so fuck ing real.

So good, so good, yeah.

That’s just the way So good.

me feel.

So, so, so good.

That’s just the way you make me feel.

Make Me Feel by Janelle Monae — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Make Me Feel by Janelle Monae 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 G at 116 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.

Teacher’s notes

This arrangement is a great way to get comfortable with energetic pop-rock rhythm at 116 BPM while keeping the note reading manageable. Your left hand drives the groove with an octave bass pattern — keep those octaves steady and even, because they're the engine of the whole feel. Your right hand will cycle through seven chords, most of which sit naturally under your fingers, but watch the move into Edim and C7: those chromatic color chords can trip you up if you're not anticipating them. I'd suggest learning the chord progression hands-separate first, especially drilling the G to Edim and C to C7 transitions until they feel automatic. Then bring hands together at around 80 BPM before pushing toward full tempo. The trickiest stumbling point is usually syncopation — this song wants you to land slightly ahead of where you'd expect, so tap along with the count before you play. Once the groove clicks, resist the urge to rush; lock into that bass pulse and let the rhythm carry you. This is the piece that'll make chromatic chord moves like diminished shapes feel like second nature in a pop context.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Make Me Feel" 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 "Make Me Feel"?
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 "Make Me Feel" use?
Just 7 chords: C, C7, D, Edim, Em, G, G7. Take it one section at a time.
What other Janelle Monae songs work for kids?
Try "TIGHTROPE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.