Soul Power

by James Brown

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Lyrics

Know we need it.

(Soul power.) We got to have it.

(Soul power.) Know we want it.

(Soul power.) Got to have it.

(Soul power.) Give it to me.

(Soul power.) Hey!

We need it.

(Soul power.) We want it.

(Soul power.) Got to have it.

(Soul power.) I wan na get

un der your skin.

If I get there, I got to win.

You need some soul.

Come on, get some

and then you’ll know

where I’m com in’ from.

Huh, I may lay in the cut and go a long, but I’m still on the case,

and my rap is strong, uh.

Hey!

Don’t jump on my train when I’m out of sight.

Just check your self, and say, yeah, you’re right.

Huh.

Hey!

Hit me!

Uh.

Give it,

put it there,

huh.

Love me ten der,

and love me slow.

That don’t get it, come back for more.

Ah,

ah,

Love me ten der, ah, love me slow.

That don’t get it, come back for more.

Hey!

Uh, look a here.

You got ta get

in the brack et.

You know I like it.

Huh, al right.

Look a here, al right uh.

Don’t fall on the ground, you got to get down, down, down, down, down,

heh.

Uh.

Don’t fall on the ground,

you got to get down, down, down, down, down,

huh,

huh.

Good god.

I got to ask you

what we need.

(Soul power.) what we want uh.

(Soul power.) Got to have, (Soul power.) what we want.

(Soul power.)

What we’re miss (Soul in’, power.)

what we’re miss (Soul in’, power.)

what we want, (Soul power.) what we need.

(Soul power.) Huh.

Uh.

Hey, hit me!

Help me, we got ta, we got ta,

get in the brack et.

Know I like it.

Hey!

Hey!

Soul Power by James Brown — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Soul Power 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 G at 105 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 "Soul Power" 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 Power"?
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.