Soul And Inspiration

· by The Righteous Brothers

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Lyrics

Girl,

I can’t (F#m7)let you do this, let you walk a had (F#m7)way.

Girl,

how can (F#m7)I live through this,

when you’re all I wake (G)up for each day?

Ba by, (D)you’re my soul and my (G)in spi (A)ra tion.

(D)You’re all I’ve got to (G)get me by.

You’re my soul and my (G)in spi (A)ra tion.

With (Bm)out (A)you, (G)ba (D)by, what (C)good am I?

I

nev er (F#m7)had much go in’, but at least I had (F#m7)you.

How

can you (F#m7)walk out know in’

I ain’t got noth in’ (G)left if you do?

Ba by, (D)you’re my soul and my (G)in spi (A)ra tion.

(D)You’re all I’ve got to (G)get me by.

You’re my soul and my (G)in spi (A)ra tion.

With (Bm)out (A)you, (G)ba (D)by, what (C)good am I?

What (A7)good am (D)I?

(D)Ba by,

I can’t (G)make it with (D)out you.

Please, I’m (G)beg gin’ you, (D)ba by.

If you go, it ’ll kill me, I (G)swear it, girl.

(G)I just can’t bear it.

What (A7)good am I?

(Eb)You’re my soul and my (Ab)in spi (Bb)ra tion.

You’re all I need to (Ab)get me by.

(Eb)You’re my soul and my (Ab)in spi (Bb)ra tion.

You’re all I need to (Ab)get me by.

Soul And Inspiration by The Righteous Brothers — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Soul And Inspiration” by The Righteous Brothers 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 B 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 "Soul And Inspiration" 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 "Soul And Inspiration"?: 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 "Soul And Inspiration" use?: Just 13 chords: A, A7, Ab, Bb, Bb7, Bm, C, D, +5 more. Take it one section at a time.
What other The Righteous Brothers songs work for kids?: Try "UNCHAINED MELODY", "UNCHAINED MELODY", "EBB TIDE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.