Sexual Healing

by Marvin Gaye

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Oh, ba by, now, (Bb)let’s get down to (F)night.

(F)Ooo

Ba

(Bb)by,

I’m (F)not just like an (C)ov en;

I (Am7)need some (Bb)lov in’.

in of me.

Ba

(Bb)by,

(F)I can’t hold it much (C)long er;

it’s (Am7)get tin’ (Bb)strong er and (F)strong er.

And (C)When I get that (Dm)feel in’ I want sex u al (F)heal ing,

(F)sex u al

(Am7)heal (Bb)ing.

Oh, ba by, makes me (Dm)feel (Am7)so (F)fine.

Helps to re (Dm)lieve (Am7)my (Bb)mind.

(Dm)Sex u al

heal (Am7)ing, (Bb)ba by, is (F)good for me.

(Dm)Sex u al

heal ing is (Am7)some thing that’s (Bbmaj7)good (Bb)for (F)me.

When ev er blue tear

(A7)drops are fall ing

and my e mo tion al sta (Am7)bil i ty is leav ing (F)me there is some thing

(A7)I can do:

I can (Bbmaj7)get on the tel e phone and call

(Am7)you up, (Bbmaj7)ba by.

Say, Hon ey, I know you’ll be (A7)there to re lieve me ’cause the (Bbmaj7)love you give to (Am7)me will be.

If you don’t know the thing you’re (A7)deal ing,

(Bbmaj7)I can tell you dar lin’, that it’s (Gm7)sex u al heal ing.

Get up, get up, (Dm)get up, get (Am7)up.

(Bb)Let’s make love to (F)night!

Wake up, wake up (Dm)wake up, wake (Am7)up, (Bb)’cause you do it (F)right!

(F)me.

And it’s good for me.

And it’s so good to (Bbmaj7)me, my ba by.

Oh

(Bb)Oh,

come take con trol

just grab a hold

of my (Bbmaj7)bod y and mind;

soon we’ll be (Am7)mak in’ it, hon ey.

(Bb)Oh, we’ll be do in’ (F)fine.

You’re my med i cine,

o pen up and let me in.

Dar lin’, you’re so pret ty, (Am7)I can’t wait for you to (Bb)op er ate.

(Bb)Let’s make love to (F)night!

Wake up, wake up, (Dm)wake up wake (Am7)up, (Bb)’cause you do it (F)right!

Sexual Healing by Marvin Gaye — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Sexual Healing by Marvin Gaye 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 Bb 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 "Sexual Healing" 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 "Sexual Healing"?
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 Marvin Gaye songs work for kids?
Try "LET'S GET IT ON", "I HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE", "GOT TO GIVE IT UP". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.