Put That Woman First

by Jaheim

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Ooh,

yeah.

If they gleam in the sun (Fm7)while they spin and they fit on my (Db6)truck, then I (Eb6)could re mem ber.

And if it (Ab)came in the sack, (Fm7)no stems, no seeds in the (Db6)bag, then I (Eb6)could re mem ber.

And if they (Ab)drip from my wrist (Fm7)and it look like it shine like (Db6)new, then I (Eb6)could re mem ber.

But oh, girl,

I for got to be your lov (Ab)er.

If it (Fm7)was n’t for the nine to five, my dou ble up, ov er time, in’ then then I could re mem ber.

And If it (Fm7)was n’t for the Sun day all star week in’ end my (Eb6)game, girl, I could re mem ber.

And if it (Ab)was n’t for the dough, (Fm7)get ting fif ty G’s a show, girl ya (Db6)know that I (Eb6)could re mem ber.

But sil (Ab)ly me, sil ly (Fm7)me, oh, tell me (Eb6)how could I ev er for get to be your love?

I (Fm7)re al ize that you need love too.

(Ab)Spend my life mak in’ love to you.

Oh (Fm7)girl, oh, I for got to be your lov (Ab)er.

When she starts bring in’ up (Fm7)old dirt and the (Db6)fights keep get (Eb6)ting worse.

Find in’ (Ab)num bers in (Fm7)her purse.

Bet ter (Db6)put that wom (Eb6)an first.

And you (Ab)not ice she ain’t wear in’ (Fm7)her ring.

And she (Db6)starts play in’ lit (Eb6)tle games, com (Ab)in’ in late from work.

You bet ter (Db6)put that wom (Ab)an first.

If it (Fm7)was n’t for the make up on my shirt, ble still I’d be chas in’ skirts, then I could re mem ber.

And if it (Fm7)was n’t for that fight last night, you smash in’ out my (Eb6)head lights, I could re mem ber.

And If it (Ab)was n’t for par ole, (Fm7)stead y duck in’ my P.

O., girl, you (Db6)know that I (Eb6)could re mem ber.

But sil (Ab)ly me, sil ly (Fm7)me, oh, tell me (Eb6)how could I ev er for get to be your Now I (Fm7)re al ize that you need love too.

(Ab)Spend my life mak in’ love to you.

Oh (Fm7)girl, oh, I for got to be your lov (Ab)er.

When she starts bring in’ up (Fm7)old dirt and the (Db6)fights keep get (Eb6)ting worse.

Find in’ (Ab)num bers in (Fm7)her purse.

Bet ter (Db6)put that wom (Eb6)an first.

And you (Ab)not ice she ain’t wear in’ (Fm7)her ring.

And she (Db6)starts play in’ lit (Eb6)tle games, com (Ab)in’ in late from work.

You bet ter (Db6)put that wom (Ab)an first.

If it (Db6)put that wom (Ab)an first.

(Dbmaj7)So man y times, act in’ like it was n’t real ly noth in’.

(Bbm7)So man y ways, (Cm7)kept to my self, I (C)was run nin’.

(Fm7)So man y games, all that I said.

(Ebm7)So man y words, I (Ab7)need you to stay.

(Dbmaj7)Al ways came first, ev en though some times felt like sec ond.

(Bbm7)Came ’round on love, (Cm7)you know I had to learn a les son.

(Dbmaj7)Spend in’ some time, put in some work, and for (C)bet ter or worse al ways put that wom an she (Fm7)first.

bring in’ up old dirt and the (Db6)fights keep get (Eb6)ting worse.

Find in’ (Ab)num bers in (Fm7)her purse, bet ter (Db6)put that wom (Eb6)an first.

And you (Ab)not ice she ain’t wear in’ (Fm7)her ring.

And she (Db6)starts play in’ lit (Eb6)tle games, com (Ab)in’ in late from work.

You bet ter (Db6)put that wom (Eb6)an first.

When she (Fm7)first.

bring in’ up old dirt and the (Db6)fights keep get (Eb6)ting worse.

Find in’ (Ab)num bers in (Fm7)her purse, bet ter (Db6)put that wom (Eb6)an first.

And you (Ab)not ice she ain’t wear in’ (Fm7)her ring.

And she (Db6)starts play in’ lit (Eb6)tle games, com (Ab)in’ in late from work.

You bet ter (Db6)put that wom (Eb6)an first.

When she (Db6)put that wom (Ab)an first.

Put That Woman First by Jaheim — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Put That Woman First” by Jaheim 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 Db at 100 BPM, a medium-difficulty arrangement — try slowing the tempo down using the BPM control.

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 "Put That Woman First" 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 "Put That Woman First"?
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 "Put That Woman First" use?
Just 13 chords: Ab, Ab7, Bbm7, C7, Cm7, Db, Db6, Dbmaj7, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.